Lab grown diamonds are increasingly becoming the diamond of choice for those wanting to balance the sophistication of diamonds with the environmental and ethical concerns that accompany their mining.

Whilst lab grown diamonds are classified as synthetic diamonds, the chemical process used to create them is exactly the same as the one nature uses to create natural diamonds. It’s important to know that lab grown diamonds are real diamonds.

The two techniques used to create lab grown diamonds are HTHP (High Pressure High Temperature), the other is CVD (Chemical Vapor Disposition). Both methods are now producing high-quality diamonds, typically at 20 to 40 per cent of the cost of a natural diamond - and to such a high standard that only a diamond expert can tell the difference.

For those wanting to make their purchase ethically, there are certainly advantages to choosing gems that don’t require large-scale mining operations to retrieve them. However, it’s worth keeping in mind that the process of creating lab grown diamonds is electricity-intensive, meaning there may well be a carbon footprint associated with the process. There are certainly pros and cons when considering lab grown diamonds vs real diamonds.

Origin and ethics aside, the factor most people consider closely is price. Lab grown diamonds are considerably cheaper than their natural equivalent. More sparkle, less money. What’s not to love?

Duffs Jewellers is pleased to offer a range of lab grown diamond engagement rings and lab grown diamond rings set in rose gold, yellow gold, white gold and platinum. This range is available to view in our Pakington St, Westfield Geelong, Waurn Ponds and Ballarat stores, so visit us today.