Lab Grown Diamonds
Guides, stories, and answers about lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and fine jewellery β written by our atelier.
Melee: What You Are Actually Buying in a PavΓ© Band
Melee is never individually graded in any material. The parcel specification to ask for, why mixed-material accents need disclosing, and why the...
Oval Diamond Length-to-Width Ratio: How to Choose Yours
The length-to-width ratio decides whether an oval reads long and elegant or round and full. It is never printed on the report,...
The Bow-Tie in an Oval Diamond: What It Is and How to Judge It
Every oval diamond has a bow-tie. It appears on no grading report and in no still photograph. Here is what causes it,...
Certified vs Uncertified Lab Grown Diamonds
When an independent report is worth insisting on, why the small stones in a halo are never certified by anyone, and the...
What Happened to GIA Lab Grown Diamond Grading in 2025?
In October 2025 GIA replaced letter grades for lab grown diamonds with a Premium or Standard assessment. What that means for a...
Round Brilliant Lab Grown Diamond Rings: What to Check Before You Buy
Round is the only shape an independent lab will grade for cut. Here are the five checks that matter, in order β...
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,...
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...
How Much Does a 1-Carat Lab-Grown Diamond Cost in 2026?
A 1-carat lab-grown diamond costs around $700β$1,500 in 2026. Here's the full price breakdown by quality, plus what a full ring costs.
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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