Lifetime of Lab Grown Diamonds: Durability & Value
Do lab grown diamonds last forever? Will they fade or chip? Here's the truth about durability and long-term value.
A common worry about any diamond alternative is whether it will last. With lab grown diamonds, the answer is reassuring: they're every bit as durable as mined diamonds, because they're the same material.
Built to last a lifetime
Lab grown diamonds score a perfect 10 on the Mohs hardness scale — the hardest rating possible. They won't scratch in normal wear, won't cloud, and won't lose their sparkle over the years. A lab diamond bought today will look identical decades from now.
What about value over time?
Durability and resale value are two different things. A lab diamond physically lasts forever, but like most jewelry, its resale value is lower than the purchase price. The smart way to think about it: you're buying beauty you'll wear for life, not a financial asset.
We cover the value question in more depth in Are Lab Grown Diamonds Too Good to Be True?
And moissanite's longevity
Moissanite is also exceptionally durable at 9.25 on the Mohs scale — one of the toughest gemstones available and ideal for an everyday ring. With simple care it stays brilliant for a lifetime too. See our Care Guide to keep yours sparkling.
FAQs
Do lab grown diamonds last forever?
Physically, yes — they're as hard and durable as mined diamonds and won't fade or cloud.
Can a lab grown diamond chip?
Only under a sharp, hard blow at a weak angle, exactly like a mined diamond. Normal wear is no problem.
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