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The number one question we get is “Are lab-created diamonds real diamonds?” (also called man-made diamonds or lab-grown diamonds)

The answer is a very simple yes.


“[Lab-created diamonds] are not fakes. They’re not cubic zirconias. They have all the same physical and chemical properties of a mined diamond.” Stephen ­Morisseau, a spokesman for the Gemological Institute of America, a nonprofit organization that oversees the international diamond grading system. Source

Sometimes, lab-created diamonds are referred to as synthetic diamonds. While not technically inaccurate, term “synthetic” may be the reason people believe lab-created diamonds are “fake.”

If we compare them to other popular diamond simulants, it’s obvious that manufactured diamonds, in fact, the real deal.

rose gold lab grown diamond ring in succulent


Before we talk about how lab-created diamonds are made, it’s important to understand how mined diamonds are formed. The processes are extremely similar - only one happens naturally while the other occurs in a lab

Mined Diamonds Geologists believe that diamonds formed deep within the Earth between 1 billion to 3 billion years ago. While they don’t know exactly how those diamonds came to be, they believe the process starts with carbon dioxide that is buried roughly 100 miles beneath the Earth’s surface.

The carbon dioxide is exposed to heat in excess of 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit and put under extreme pressure of roughly 727,000 pounds per square inch. The diamonds are then transported from deep within the Earth’s core to the surface by way of deep volcanic explosions.





A CVD diamond begins as a thin slice of diamond seed, which is often an HPHT produced diamond. The diamond seed is placed in a sealed chamber and heated to around 800 degrees Celsius.

The chamber is filled with a carbon rich-gas, like Methane, and other gases. The gases are ionized into plasma using technology similar to that of microwaves or lasers. The ionization breaks the molecular bonds in the gases, and the pure carbon adheres to the diamond seed and slowly crystallizes.


oval man made diamond ring in white ring box



Diamonds are sent to a gem lab that specializes in grading diamonds. The majority of these labs grade using the 4c’s (cut, clarity, color, and carat — more on those later), however, a select few use their own criteria.

The most popular diamond certification labs are:
Gemological Institute of America (GIA)
Antwerp World Diamond Center (AWDC)
American Gem Society (AGS)
International Gemological Institute (IGI)
Gemological Science International (GSI)


This process is designed to provide each diamond with an unbiased grade. However, it’s not uncommon for a diamond to get a different grade, not only from a different lab but from the same lab if sent back for a second grading.

For this reason, there are a lot of differing opinions amongst consumers and diamond retailers as to which lab is the “best.” But, it’s important to keep in mind that those opinions are completely subjective. Each lab, much like anything in life, has its pros and cons.

A diamond retailer chooses which lab they use because they trust that lab to grade diamonds fairly. If diamond certification is an important factor in your purchase, you should have a candid conversation with your jeweler about which lab they use and why.

More than anything, jewelers want you to be confident in your purchase, so don’t be afraid to ask questions in order to find the best lab-created diamonds for your engagement ring or jewelry.

A diamond is evaluated using the 4c’s - cut, clarity, color, and carat. Basically, they judge the diamond on how well it has been cut down from its raw form into a jewel, how flawless and clear it is, and its size.

Below you’ll find an explanation of each category and the different measurements used for each.


woman wearing lab created diamond bridal set










Environmentally Kind As with the mining of any natural resource, the diamond mining has a significant impact on the environment. To be fair, diamond mining companies are fully aware of that impact and have taken steps to try to minimize the effect they have on the ecosystems around them.



woman holding champagne glass wearing solitaire diamond ring


As lab-created diamonds continue to grow in popularity, diamond shoppers will be asking themselves this exact question. But, the only one who can answer that question is the shopper.

It all boils down to what is important to you. You may choose a mined diamond because you feel they hold a certain significance and are one of nature’s miracles with a mysterious origin.

Or, you may be attracted to a lab-created diamond because you feel they signify a modern love and the incredible progression of technology.


The true significance of the diamond you choose isn’t in its origin. It’s not how much you paid. It’s not how it’s graded. It’s not its size.

The significance of the diamond you choose is the love it represents.


classic engagement ring in white ring box


We’ve been in the jewelry business for over 100 years, and our passion from the beginning has always been diamonds, jewelry, and caring for you, our customer. Because of this, we have chosen to design all of our jewelry using lab-created diamonds.

Whether it’s for an engagement ring, a unique wedding band, or any other kind of jewelry, we believe lab-created diamonds offer you a choice - the opportunity to choose a diamond that you can trust to be high quality, affordable, ethical, environmentally friendly, and backed by a 100-day return policy.

You’ve likely heard differing opinions on the quality and value of lab-created diamonds, but the truth is that when it comes to lab-created diamonds and mined diamonds, there is no “better.”

They both produce beautiful, high-quality gemstones, each with an intriguing history, that represent the best feeling in the world - love.

Regardless, we understand that diamonds are a significant investment, and you want (and deserve) the knowledge you need to make an informed purchase.

We designed this guide to be a comprehensive resource to help you learn more about lab-created diamonds. We’ll cover how lab-created diamonds compare to mined diamonds in terms of quality, how they are made, and how their origin makes them different financially, ethically, and environmentally.


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