What is a lab-grown diamond?
A lab-grown diamond has the same physical, chemical and optical properties as a mined diamond. The only difference is their origin. Lab-grown diamonds are created with advanced technology using High Pressure-High Temperature (HPHT) and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD).
What are the benefits of owning a lab-grown diamond?
Lab-grown diamonds from Bay Area Diamond Company are from a guaranteed origin with full disclosure and are guaranteed to be conflict-free. They are proudly grown in a technologically advanced facility using modest amounts of energy with little impact to the environment. They are grown in a way that does not undermine the sustainability of the environment, allowing future generations to have the natural resources they need.
Do lab-grown diamonds look different than mined diamonds?
Lab-grown diamonds are identical to mined diamonds in their chemical makeup, performance, and visual appeal.
Are lab-grown diamonds cheaper than mined diamonds?
On average, lab-grown diamonds are 30% less expensive than mined diamonds. This is because of the nature of how they are created.
As with any precious stone, the resale value can vary over time. Since lab diamonds are fairly new to the market, it is hard to tell how the market prices will hold up in the future. But if you are looking for a mining-free alternative or a larger stone that fits your budget, then lab-grown diamonds are the way to go.
Do lab-grown diamonds need special handling?
No. It is still a diamond, so it has the same hardness and can be used in jewelry using the same methods as a mined diamond. It will not wear any differently than a mined diamond.
What options are available in lab-grown diamonds?
Lab-grown diamonds are available in all shapes and sizes from melee up to 5+ carats, all ranges on the color scale, and all clarities. In addition, lab-grown diamonds can occur in natural fancy colors such as pink and yellow. Because they grow in the same way as a diamond grows in the earth, the rough comes in varying grades just like naturally occurring diamonds.
