5 Myths About Lab-Made Engagement Rings Debunked
Is it possible that the perfect diamond for your love story may be made in a lab instead of on Earth? Even while lab-made engagement rings are very popular in the jewellery industry, there are still some misconceptions about them. Is it a fake pair? Do they lack romanticism and quality? Let's throw some light on the most widespread myths about lab-made engagement rings, debunked in this post, so you may make an informed choice.
Introduction
When they mention an engagement ring, you may imagine a shiny diamond that was extracted deep down in the earth. However, in the contemporary world, love stories are changing, and with them, the shape of the ring. Although lab-made engagement rings are growing more popular, there are still rumours about their genuineness. It is high time to distinguish fact and fiction and find out why these glittering pieces could become the most brilliant idea of contemporary couples.
What Is A Lab-Made Engagement Ring?
In a lab, an artificial diamond was produced by simulating the high temperature and pressure present in a mine that produces real diamonds. The result? A mined diamond clone. It is nothing like an imitation, not a copy, but the actual one, except that it is devoid of the environmental and ethical conditions that mining entails.
The 5 Biggest Myths About Lab-Made Engagement Rings Debunked
Myth 1: Lab-made Diamonds Are “Fake”
The Misconception
There are still many who consider that lab-made diamonds are fancy versions of other imitations, such as cubic zirconia or moissanite, in order to only appear to be similar to diamonds.
The Truth
Lab-made diamonds are diamonds. Their toughness, fire, and glitter are identical to those of mined ones. In actuality, even skilled gemologists would require specialised tools to tell them apart. The only distinction is that they are not earth-derived as compared to laboratory-derived.
Why It Matters
That makes your engagement ring as real and lovely as it can be, with the advantage of greater clarity and provenance.
Myth 2: Lab-Made Diamonds Are Of Lower Quality
The Misconception
Going by assumptions, it is believed that anything that is manufactured is of an inferior quality, as opposed to the notion that anything natural produces anything.
The Truth
Due to the controlled conditions under which lab-grown diamonds are grown, some are made with fewer inclusions and more standardised colour grades than certain mined diamonds. They also go through the same certification procedures (by IGI, GIA, etc.) to certify on quality.
Why It Matters
When you go lab-grown, you don't have to sacrifice quality in favour of price; you may end up with a clearer, more brilliant diamond on your budget.
Myth 3: Lab-Made Diamonds Don’t Hold Value
The Misconception
Concerns tend to arise when someone purchases a lab-grown diamond, one being that it doesn't hold as much resale value as a mined stone would.
The Truth
Whether a stone is lab-grown or mined, its purchase is hardly made as a financial investment, and financial return is rare, yet they are cherished as a legacy and symbolise love. In India, for instance, the engagement ring embodies love and emotions and is priced well beyond any resale value. Lab-grown diamonds just make it easier to acquire larger and better stones for a lower price.
Why It Matters
The true worth of a diamond used in a wedding or engagement is about the connection it represents, along with its brilliance. It's not about how much money you could get back for it later.
Myth 4: Lab-Grown Diamonds Don't Last Longer
The Misconception
You would have heard that lab-grown diamonds don't last. There's a thought that maybe they won't keep their shine, or that they'll break without much effort. Or even that they're not truly "real".
The Truth
These diamonds are entirely real, even though they are made in different ways. These gems are equally strong and shine bright with their sparkle. They neither break, nor lose their shine.
Why It Matters
Diamonds grown in a lab represent love that lasts, commitment, and making choices you can feel good about. This is all meaningful, modern, and the perfect choice for couples in India now.
Myth 5: Lab-Made Diamonds Lack Romance
The Misconception
Others claim that a large part of the romance of a diamond is that it is rare and was formed under the crust of the earth billions of years ago.
The Truth
The romance is brought about by the story that you tell, not some kind of geological trip the stone went on. A lab-grown diamond is a moral choice that can represent modern, ethical, sustainable love that is uniquely oneself. It symbolises the commonality of values as well as the commonality of liking among many couples.
Why It Matters
With your ring, it becomes more than just a vow; it's a symbol of the future you two are building.
The Extra Perks Of Going Lab-Grown
1. An Environmentally Friendly Choice
Even though both lab-produced and mined diamonds require very little water and land, the environmental impact of utilising less of these resources is lessened.
2. Guaranteed Ethical Origins
By using lab-grown, you can rest assured that your stone was not mined in conflict areas or against any form of unethical labour.
3. More Stone For Your Spend
Lab-grown diamonds are an average of 30- 40% cheaper than a mined diamond and provide a bit more flexibility in carat size and clarity within your desired budget range.
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Conclusion
The lore attached to lab-made engagement rings is just too hard to buy. They are real, exquisite and long-lasting like excavated diamonds, though they have ethical and environmental benefits. The decision to use lab-grown is not a trade-off, but a very thoughtful and current choice, which makes love and values go hand in hand. And when that ring flashes out on your fingers when it is resting on your partner's hand, it will not be the glamour of the ring or the size that shall count. It will only be the glamour of the eye.
FAQs On Myths About Lab-Made Engagement Rings Debunked
1. Is my diamond lab-created? Will a jeweller know?
There is absolutely no advanced equipment to separate the lab-made and natural diamonds without any form of testing equipment, and they are exactly the same, as far as the naked eye is concerned.
2. Are there any certifications to establish the authenticity of laboratory-produced diamonds in India?
Ofcourse. The same well-appreciated grading agencies have put a certification on the diamonds grown in laboratories in India, such as the GIA, IGI, or any other grading agency.
3. Should lab-grown diamonds be less shiny?
Never. They are just as hot, dazzling, and brilliant as mined ones. You get all the shine without losing even a bit of compromise.
4. Are my lab-grown diamonds eternal?
Absolutely. Diamonds are the hardest natural things and are designed to last for generations even if they're lab-grown or mined.
5. Are less expensive engagement rings available in the lab-grown diamond section?
Generally, 30-40 per cent cheaper, so you can afford a bigger or better stone on your budget.
