Lab-grown vs natural diamonds

Are lab-grown diamonds real diamonds? Yes, 100%. They aren't imitations—they are genuine diamonds made through modern technology instead of ancient geology.

Key Takeaways

• 100% Chemically Identical: Lab-grown and natural diamonds are both made of pure crystallized carbon. They have the exact same sparkle, optical brilliance, and fire.
• Equal Durability: Both rate a 10 out of 10 on the Mohs hardness scale. Lab-grown diamonds will never scratch easily, cloud, or fade over time.
• Identical Quality & Grading: Independent gemological labs (like GIA and IGI) grade lab-grown diamonds using the exact same 4 Cs: Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat.
• Better Value: Because lab production skips heavy mining, lab-grown diamonds typically cost 60% to 80% less, allowing you to get a larger or higher-quality stone for your budget.
• The Only Difference: Origin and time. Natural diamonds formed billions of years ago in the Earth's mantle; lab-grown diamonds are grown in weeks using advanced heat and pressure technology (HPHT or CVD).

At Schitterend, we mainly offer Labgrown diamonds, but you can always ask vor a natural one. So you can choose the origin story that best fits your style and budget.