Why Lab Grown Diamonds

If you are looking to purchase diamonds you must have heard these terms - Natural Diamond, Lab Grown Diamonds and Moissanite.

Understanding these stones are essential to make the purchase that fits your priorities —whether that's rarity, value, sparkle, or affordability.

Attribute	Natural Diamonds	Lab-Grown Diamonds	Moissanite
Composition	Pure carbon	Pure carbon	Silicon carbide (SiC)
Crystal Structure	Cubic crystal lattice	Cubic crystal lattice	Hexagonal crystal lattice
Hardness	10 on the Mohs scale	10 on the Mohs scale	9.25 on the Mohs scale
Refractive Index	2.42	2.42	2.65 - 2.69
Brilliance	High brilliance	High brilliance, identical to natural diamond.	Higher dispersion than diamonds (more sparkle)
Color	Varies, includes colorless and fancy colors	Can be produced in various colors	Typically colorless to near-colorless
Cost	Generally more expensive	30-90% less than natural diamonds	Significantly less than both lab-grown and natural diamonds
Production Method	Formed naturally over billions of years	CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) or HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature)	Lab-created
Environmental Impact	High environmental impact due to mining	Minimal environmental footprint	Minimal environmental impact
Ethical Considerations	Potential ethical issues (e.g., conflict diamonds)	Free from conflict and ethical issues	Free from conflict and ethical issues
Certification	Certified by gemological institutes such as GIA and IGI	Certified by gemological institutes such as GIA and IGI	Certification available, but not equivalent to diamond certification.

Natural diamonds are formed beneath the earth for billions of years. Their appeal comes from its rarity and cultural significance.

Lab Grown Diamonds are chemically and optically identical to natural diamonds but with a discount around 30% to 90%. They offer the opportunity to own a larger or higher-quality diamond within the same budget.

Moissanite is a gemstone made from silicon carbide. While it resembles a diamond, it is a different material altogether.

One of moissanite's most noticeable characteristics is its intense fire—the colourful rainbow flashes it produces when exposed to light.

Some people love this extra sparkle, while others prefer the more subtle brilliance associated with diamonds.