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Mapple Gems Journal

Lab Grown Diamonds

Guides, stories, and answers about lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and fine jewellery β€” written by our atelier.

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Buying Guide
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Oval Cut Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings: The Complete Buying Guide

Oval is now one of the two most-chosen engagement ring shapes, and lab-grown is the majority stone. This guide covers face-up spread,...

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Buying Guide

Oval Cut Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings: The Complete Buying Guide

Oval is now one of the two most-chosen engagement ring shapes, and lab-grown is the majority stone. This guide covers face-up spread,...

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2026 trends

Best Lab-Grown Diamond Shapes for Value in 2026

Elongated shapes like oval, pear, and marquise look larger per carat and cost less. Here are the best lab-grown diamond shapes for...

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How Much Does a 1-Carat Lab-Grown Diamond Cost in 2026?

A 1-carat lab-grown diamond costs around $700–$1,500 in 2026. Here's the full price breakdown by quality, plus what a full ring costs.

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2026 trends

Is the Lab-Grown Diamond Bubble Bursting? What 2026's Price Drop Means for Buyers

Lab-grown diamond prices fell nearly 28% in the past year. Here's what's driving the 2026 price drop and what it means if...

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How to Read a Diamond Certificate

How to decode a diamond grading report β€” the 4Cs, proportions, polish/symmetry, and verifying the lab and report number.

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Loose Stones vs a Finished Ring: Which to Buy?

Should you buy a loose stone and build a custom ring, or choose a finished design? A side-by-side comparison of control, speed,...

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Lab Grown vs Natural Diamonds: What Buyers Weigh

The key factors buyers weigh when choosing between lab grown, natural, and moissanite stones: budget, ethics, sustainability, rarity, resale, and sparkle, with...

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Choosing a Diamond or Moissanite Pendant: A Complete Guide

How to choose a diamond or moissanite pendant: stone size and cut, setting style, chain length and metal, plus why moissanite's fire...

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bridal sets

Bridal Sets: The Complete Guide

What a bridal set is, the difference between nesting and stacking bands, why a matched engagement ring and wedding band offer a...

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