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Why Should You Buy a Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring?

In case you are still wondering, lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds. The only real difference of a lab-grown diamond from a natural diamond is its point of origin. But that doesn’t mean these diamonds are of any lesser quality.

Even if lab-grown diamonds come from a lab, they are chemically, physically, and optically the same as diamonds that are mined from the Earth. When you compare them side by side, it is virtually impossible to tell them apart by the naked eye.

In fact, lab-grown diamonds are evaluated and graded against the same high standards as naturally occurring diamonds, by the same gemologists.

We know that engagement rings are probably the most important piece of jewelry that anyone will give and receive. And because it’s a symbol of your love and commitment, you want it to be perfect.

If you still have a little hesitation on your part, here are 5 reasons to make lab-grown diamonds your first choice when shopping for an engagement ring.

1. Lab-Grown Diamonds Are Competitively Priced

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When it comes to price, lab-grown diamonds are an obvious choice for people who want to get the most bling for their buck.

For a fraction of the price of a natural diamond, you can afford to get a bigger or higher quality diamond with lab-grown diamonds. You can easily customize and upgrade the carat, cut, clarity and color of the diamond to achieve your perfect engagement ring for 20-40% less – without compromising the quality of the stone.

Although lab-grown diamonds undergo the same grading and certification process as mined diamonds; they do not, however, undergo the same intricate supply chain of mined diamonds.

Unlike mined diamonds, lab-grown diamonds no longer need to go through all that process of exploration, extraction, transportation, manufacturing, and distribution.

Eliminating all the costs associated with each of these steps, lab-grown diamonds get to have the same exact tier of clarity, variety, consistency, and quality of a natural diamond without the hefty price tag.

2. Lab-grown Diamonds Give You Better Options

With lab-grown diamonds, you don’t have to settle for a lower carat, color grade or clarity. Because you can get the same chemical, optical and physical properties of a natural diamond for a fraction of its price.

This gives your budget so much flexibility and allows you to explore more options in terms of quality and price points.

Because your choices will be less constrained by your budget, choosing lab-grown diamonds will empower you to make your dream diamond engagement ring into a reality. With lab-grown diamonds, settling is a thing of the past.

3. Lab-Grown Diamonds are Eco-Friendly

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Weddings, and the events leading to it, can be really wasteful. Thankfully, more and more people are adopting green wedding practices. They usually start with choosing more eco-friendly and more sustainably produced diamonds for their engagement rings.

Surely, natural diamonds look stunning and pretty, but they do really wreak havoc on the environment. To mine natural diamonds, huge machinery and explosives are required. They dig deep into the earth, disturb habitats, pollute the water, render the land unusable, and create literal tons of mineral waste along the way.

In addition to that, natural diamonds consume around 126 gallons of water and produce over 125 pounds of carbon per carat. Meanwhile, a lab-grown diamond only consumes 18 gallons of water and generates 6 pounds of carbon per carat. So, imagine how much carbon footprint a 10-carat diamond engagement ring makes!

If you care about energy usage, carbon emissions, sulphur oxide production, land disruption, and waste production, a lab-grown diamond is an easy choice for you. Not only will you feel good with your eco-friendlier choice, Mother Nature will also thank you.

4. Lab-Grown Diamonds are Ethically Sourced

Blood diamonds are real. The hazards and unfair practices of diamond mining are real. From exploiting the poor, practicing child labor, violating human rights to illegal trading and enabling wars, diamond mining is full of serious ethical and humanitarian issues. These are just some of the reasons why traditionally mined diamonds are considered to be unethical.

However, just because you appreciate quality diamond jewelry pieces, doesn’t mean that you have to support unethical practices of the diamond mining industry.

Luckily, the world is adapting and has found a more responsible and ethical alternative. As compared to natural diamonds, lab-grown diamonds create zero injuries, spark zero wars, and exploit zero workers.

There are no ethical issues involved because they are created in a controlled environment with minimal environmental impact. You can purchase with peace of mind that the diamond on your finger is conflict-free.

5. Lab-grown Diamonds Are As Good As It Gets

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When you buy a lab-grown diamond, it looks exactly the same as a mined diamond. It is impossible to identify with the naked eye given that their structures are physically, chemically and optically the same.

People will never really know the difference. The only way to tell them apart is through the microscopic inscriptions on lab-grown diamonds. However, you cannot see this without using highly specialized equipment that is designed to read it.

It is, however, indicated in its certificate. This is because diamond manufacturers are legally required to disclose in the certificate if it is a lab-grown diamond.

With lab-grown diamonds, it is possible to get that engagement ring you’ve been dreaming of – with all the sparkle and shine that diamonds are known for, but without the guilt and high cost of a mined diamond.

Is A Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring For You?

Ultimately, deciding to get an engagement ring with a lab grown diamond is a personal decision. We may give you all the reasons in the world. But In the end, it all comes down to which type of diamond aligns with you and your partner’s values, preferences and budget.

Lab-grown diamonds are not just budget-friendly, but also a more ethical choice. Start making more responsible choices by visiting Shira Diamonds.

We have a stellar collection of lab-grown diamond rings.


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