Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Or Fake ? Myths And Facts

{"AutoID":55,"DateCreation":"\/Date(1662104287677)\/","DateModified":"\/Date(1767088950950)\/","CreatedBy":null,"ModifiedBy":"IMZ 88","RecordStatus":"A","Title":"Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Or Fake ? Myths And Facts","SubTitle":null,"Description":"\u003cp\u003eEveryone wants to buy the best diamonds. But gone are the days when consumers desired mined diamonds. Today, an increasing number of consumers are preferring to \u003cstrong\u003ebuy lab grown diamonds\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhether it\u0026rsquo;s for an engagement ring or for a necklace, cultivated diamonds are taking over mined diamonds. And there are many reasons for this \u0026ndash; affordability, a reduction in\u0026nbsp;environmental impact, sustainability, social and humanitarian safety, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab grown diamonds are growing in popularity and consumers are increasingly seeing value in lab made diamonds. People are now specifically choosing lab grown diamonds for engagement rings as opposed to natural diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhen it comes to sustainability, lab diamonds present a much better opportunity and customers are recognizing it. \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/why-are-lab-created-diamonds-called-eco-friendly-diamonds/\"\u003eLab diamonds do not cause harm to the environment\u003c/a\u003e, are far from being \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/why-are-lab-created-diamonds-called-blood-free-diamonds/\"\u003eblood diamonds\u003c/a\u003e, and do not cause social or political issues.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab diamonds are easily accessible to everyone, no matter their budget. Compared to mined diamonds, lab diamonds are 30 to 50% cheaper and hence, affordable by many customer segments.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHowever, in spite of all these positives and benefits, lab grown diamonds have garnered many myths surrounding them. In this blog, we debunk some of the myths and also understand what their reality and facts are.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLet\u0026rsquo;s get started!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Lab Grown Diamonds are not Real\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the first doubts or questions asked about lab created diamonds is \u0026ndash; are lab grown diamonds real? And the answer is \u0026ndash; yes, \u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/lab-grown-diamond-is-as-real-as-mined-its-official/\"\u003elab diamonds are as real as mined diamonds\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab diamonds are created through the same process that leads to the formation of diamonds under the crust of the earth.\u0026nbsp;Lab-grown diamonds\u0026nbsp;have the same chemical, physical, and visual properties.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab grown diamonds are considered real in every sense. They have the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as mined or \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/crystal-structure-differences-lab-grown-vs-natural-diamonds/\"\u003enatural diamonds\u003c/a\u003e. The only difference lies in the origin. Even the process which forms lab diamonds is the same as natural diamonds. Reputed diamond grading institutions consider man made diamonds as real diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Lab Grown Diamonds are Graded Differently\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/difference-between-synthetic-and-mined-diamonds/\"\u003eMined diamonds\u003c/a\u003e \u003c/strong\u003eare graded for their quality. And so are lab diamonds. Lab grown diamonds are graded by the same institutions that grade mined diamonds. The\u0026nbsp;best lab created diamonds\u0026nbsp;will would always have a certificate of grading from reputed institutions.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/tips-to-choose-the-perfect-lab-created-diamonds/\"\u003eLab created diamonds\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003eare graded with the same globally accepted standards for assessing the quality of diamonds. Moreover, they\u0026rsquo;re graded in the same manner for the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/the-4cs-of-diamond-grading-all-you-need-to-know/\"\u003e4 Cs of diamond\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026ndash; cut, clarity, carat, and color.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab made diamonds are graded for the same parameters that mined diamonds are graded for. Organizations like the \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/are-igi-certified-lab-grown-diamonds-legit/\"\u003eInternational Gemological Institute (IGI)\u003c/a\u003e apply the same grading criteria to both lab grown diamonds and mined diamonds. The grading certificates for lab diamonds follow the same format and assess the same characteristics. The only difference is the mention of the origin of the diamond.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Lab Grown Diamonds Cannot be used in Engagement Rings\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe demand for engagement rings studded with lab diamonds is increasing day-by-day. An increasing number of Gen Z and \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/why-do-millennials-love-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003emillennials prefer to buy lab grown diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e as they are sustainable, environment-friendly, ethical, and cheaper than mined diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAccording to reports, \u003ca href=\"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20190130005802/en/More-Consumers-Choosing-Lab-Grown-Diamonds-for-Their-Engagement-Ring\"\u003e66%\u003c/a\u003e of young consumers are actively looking for engagement rings made with lab diamonds. And 23% of diamond shoppers say they\u0026rsquo;d definitely buy a \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/heres-the-only-guide-you-need-to-buy-your-lab-grown-diamond-engagement-ring/\"\u003elab grown diamond engagement ring\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab grown diamonds are suitable for engagement rings. In fact, an increasing number of consumers who prefer to make conscious choices are choosing lab diamond engagement rings over mined diamond rings. Lab diamonds are 30 to 50% cheaper than mined diamonds, hence, one can get a large carat engagement ring for the same price for a less carat ring. Jewelers and brands now offer special lab grown diamond engagement and wedding ring collections.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Inferior in Quality\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab grown diamonds are of the same quality as\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/lab-grown-diamond-is-as-real-as-mined-its-official/\"\u003emined diamonds\u003c/a\u003e. In fact, because lab diamonds are man-made, there\u0026rsquo;s a high level of quality control, from the selection of the seed to controlled processes to precision cutting and polishing.\u0026nbsp;Lab diamonds\u0026nbsp;are created using advanced technologies.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab grown diamonds exhibit fewer impurities than mined diamonds. Lab diamonds are created under a controlled environment and hence offer consistent high-quality, low-impurity diamonds. Lab diamonds achieve higher clarity grades (\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/vvs1-vs-vvs2-the-difference-between-these-diamond-grades/\"\u003eVS1, VS2\u003c/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/a-vvs-diamond-guide-all-you-need-to-know/\"\u003eVVS\u003c/a\u003e). This makes high-quality diamonds accessible at a cheaper price to more consumers.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Lab Grown Diamonds Change Color Over Time\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it\u0026rsquo;s a lie and a myth that\u0026nbsp;lab-created diamonds\u0026nbsp;change color over time. Lab diamonds are real diamonds. They are made of the same properties as mined diamonds. Their physical, chemical, thermal, optical, and visual properties are the same as mined diamonds. They are strong and resilient and do not change color.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab grown diamonds get their colors from their atomic structure and trace elements present during their formation. These characteristics remain permanently stable. Lab diamonds have the same chemical properties as natural diamonds and are resistant to discoloration or scratching. Their color does not change over time.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Lab Grown Diamonds Harm the Environment in the Same Way as Mined Diamonds\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/man-made-diamonds-are-the-future-heres-why/\"\u003eMan made diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;are created in safe environments in laboratories using machines and technology. It\u0026rsquo;s a myth that\u0026nbsp;lab diamonds\u0026nbsp;have an adverse impact on the environment. Most\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/\"\u003elab grown diamond manufacturers\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;ensure sustainability and responsible practices of waste management, reducing carbon footprint, etc. These diamonds are created in greenhouse labs and do not cause harm to the environment, the way mined diamonds do.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe production process of lab diamonds requires a lot of energy, but it does not have the harmful effects that mining diamonds have. For instance, creating diamonds in laboratories does not cause habitat destruction, soil erosion, water pollution, or land displacement. Lab diamonds are made in controlled environments, following environmental safety regulations.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e7. Lab Grown Diamonds Look Fake, and You Can Tell the Difference\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLab diamonds don\u0026rsquo;t look fake because they are not artificial diamonds. They offer the same brilliance and performance that mined diamonds offer. In fact, one cannot tell the difference between a lab diamond and a mined diamond by looking at it with the naked eye. The only thing that tells a lab diamond apart is the\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/what-is-the-value-of-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003elab grown diamond price\u0026nbsp;\u003c/a\u003eand the inscription or the certificate.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe reality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab grown diamonds look similar to mined diamonds and even experienced jewelers cannot distinguish between the two. Experts too, require special equipment to tell the difference between the two types of diamonds. One way to identify lab grown diamonds is the laser inscription on its girdle.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eSo, now that you know the truth, nothing should stop you from buying lab grown diamonds. Besides the truth, lab created diamonds offer so many benefits. They are at least 40% to 50% cheaper than mined diamonds, they do not cause harm to the environment, are a sustainable option, and shine as bright as you\u0026rsquo;d want them to!\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Are lab grown diamonds the same as real diamonds?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer: \u003c/strong\u003eYes, lab created diamonds are real diamonds with the same chemical, physical, and optical properties as natural diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Do lab grown diamonds last forever?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer: \u003c/strong\u003eYes, lab diamonds are durable and permanent just like mined diamonds are. They maintain their brilliance and structure permanently.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Can jewelers tell if a diamond is lab grown?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer: \u003c/strong\u003eJewelers cannot distinguish between lab grown and mined diamonds visually with naked eyes. They require specialized gemological equipment to identify lab diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: Are lab grown diamonds the same as real diamonds?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer: \u003c/strong\u003eYes, laboratory diamonds are real diamonds with identical chemical, physical, and optical properties as mined diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion: What is the problem with lab grown diamonds?\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnswer: \u003c/strong\u003eThere are no major problems with lab diamonds. One issue is that they are considered less valuable because they are made in labs but that is a myth.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","FromDate":null,"ToDate":null,"Image_Url":"7-lies-and-myths-about-lab-grown-diamonds-you-must-know.jpeg","Image_Alt":"7 Lies and Myths About Lab Grown Diamonds","KeyWords":"lab grown diamond, lab created diamonds, are lab grown diamonds real, best lab grown diamonds","MetaDescription":"Discover the truth about lab grown diamonds. 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