Brilliant, high-quality, and consciously chosen: Lab Grown Diamonds are the fastest-growing trend in the jewelry world. The name does not refer to an imitation, but to a genuine diamond that is chemically, physically, and optically identical to a naturally grown stone.
Here is what to expect in this article:
How Lab Grown Diamonds are created
How to identify them
Why they are increasingly the top choice for engagement rings
Which pieces of jewelry are available at Feichtinger
What are Lab Grown Diamonds?
Lab Grown Diamonds are diamonds that are cultivated in a laboratory under controlled conditions. They consist of pure carbon, crystallize in the same lattice as natural diamonds, and reach the same hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale.
Cubic zirconia and moissanite, on the other hand, are different materials and are not diamonds. The difference is significant and often confused.
The only difference between a Lab Grown Diamond and a natural diamond lies in its place of origin. This has no impact on brilliance, hardness, or durability.
How do you recognize a Lab Grown Diamond?
Natural diamonds take millions of years under enormous pressure in the Earth's crust to form. In the laboratory, these exact conditions are recreated in just a few weeks using two methods:
- HPHT simulates the pressure and heat of the Earth's mantle
- CVD allows carbon to grow layer by layer on a diamond seed
The result is a diamond in every respect.
Lab Grown Diamonds at Feichtinger
The most beautiful stone is the one whose journey you know. With a Lab Grown Diamond, every stage is traceable, from the first layer to the finished setting.
Here at Feichtinger, this stone is featured in many settings, from engagement rings and necklaces to stud earrings and tennis bracelets.
Engagement Rings
An engagement ring is chosen in a single afternoon and then worn for a lifetime. There is a lot resting on that one stone. With a Lab Grown Diamond, it can be larger than expected without compromising on color or clarity.
What counts remains the same regardless: the moment and the ring that captures it.
Nothing distracts from the stone, which is exactly why the solitaire has always been the most timeless choice. The Lab Grown Diamond sits alone in a delicate setting, allowing it to take center stage.
A ring for those who trust in the essential and prefer to keep a promise simple rather than making a grand spectacle of it. Those who choose a lab-grown diamond here get significantly more carats for the same budget.
The elongated marquise cut elongates the finger and appears larger than a round stone of the same weight.
A wreath of fine brilliant-cut diamonds frames the lab-grown diamond in the center, catching the light anew with every movement. This ring is for those who love to wear their romance visibly and are looking for an engagement ring that stands out without appearing overloaded.
The emerald cut focuses not on sparkle, but on clean lines and tranquil depth. Because a lab-grown diamond often achieves particularly pure quality, this shape truly comes into its own here.
With the emerald cut, you can look deep into the stone, and every bit of clarity becomes visible. A ring for those who prefer a minimalist, confident look and don't need a loud appearance to be seen.
Bracelets, necklaces, and stud earrings
What begins with an engagement ring can continue. A lab-grown diamond doesn't have to stay on the hand; it finds its place wherever a detail makes the difference.
A necklace draws the eye to the décolleté and, as a delicate solitaire, remains subtle enough for everyday wear. Stud earrings sit close to the face and catch the light anew with every turn of the head. A bracelet thrives on movement, making jewelry a part of the day.
Worn individually, each piece makes its own statement. Combined, they create a collection that can grow over the years, piece by piece, often for an occasion you'll fondly remember later.
Tennis jewelry
Few pieces of jewelry combine restraint and brilliance as naturally as a tennis bracelet. A seamless row of equal-sized stones, neatly set. With lab-grown diamonds, this classic gains authentic diamond brilliance, all while remaining a conscious choice.
Where does the name actually come from? A curious story, which we share in a dedicated post.
FAQ
Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?
Yes. It consists of pure carbon and is chemically, physically, and optically identical to a naturally grown diamond. The only difference lies in where it is created.
What is the difference between cubic zirconia, lab-grown diamonds, and natural diamonds?
Cubic zirconia is a synthetic gemstone and the most affordable option. Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds created in a lab with the same properties as natural diamonds, but at a lower price. Natural diamonds formed in the earth over millions of years and are considered the most classic choice.
How is a lab-grown diamond certified?
According to the same 4Cs as a natural diamond: Cut, Clarity, Color, and Carat. Additionally, the certificate includes the note "lab-grown," ensuring the origin is clearly documented.
Can you tell a lab-grown diamond apart with the naked eye?
No. Even experienced professionals require gemological equipment. Only the certificate provides definitive information.
Why are lab-grown diamonds cheaper than natural diamonds?
Production is predictable and takes only a few weeks; furthermore, mining and transport are eliminated. This has no impact on the quality of the stone.
Are lab-grown diamonds suitable for engagement rings?
Especially suitable. With the same budget, a larger stone or higher quality is possible, while offering identical aesthetics and durability to a natural diamond.
Can you wear jewelry with lab-grown diamonds every day?
Yes. With a hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale, the stones are just as scratch-resistant as natural diamonds and therefore fully suitable for everyday wear.
Find your stone in our store
As accurately as an article may describe lab-grown diamonds, their true effect can only be seen on a person. That is exactly why we have the Diamond Selector in our branches.
Our experienced consultants will show you various stones in different carats and take the time necessary for such a decision. And it doesn't stop at the display case.
You can hold the stone directly to your finger, ear, or décolleté and see how it specifically looks on you.
See for yourself how much of a difference a personal impression makes.
