Lab-grown diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds

Lab-grown diamonds

Lab-created diamonds are known for their beauty, brilliance, and guaranteed origin. Learn more about lab-grown diamonds’ impact, benefits, and why this sustainable choice is right for you.

Lab-created diamonds are known for their beauty, brilliance, and guaranteed origin. Learn more about lab-grown diamonds’ impact, benefits, and why this sustainable choice is right for you.

What is a lab-grown diamond?
What is a lab-grown diamond?

What is a lab-grown diamond?

Lab-grown diamonds are also called man-made diamonds, lab diamonds and lab created diamonds. They are produced in a laboratory setting without the negative environmental or human toll of mining.

Lab-grown diamonds are physically identical to mined diamonds. They both score 10 on the Mohs scale. The only difference between the two is point of origin.

Lab-created diamonds share an identical growing process to mined diamonds. They form first as carbon atoms under high temperature and immense pressure, then bond together to grow a crystalline lattice structure. Once fully formed, they are cut and polished to reveal maximum brilliance. Like mined diamonds, lab diamonds come in a variety of color and clarity grades. Because they don't have the human or environmental costs associated with mined diamonds, lab diamonds offer the best value for anyone interested in real diamonds.

Lab-grown diamonds are sometimes referred to as man-made or created diamonds. They are produced in a laboratory setting without the negative environmental or human toll of mining.

Lab-grown diamonds are physically identical with the same optical and chemical properties as mined diamonds. They both score 10 on the Mohs scale. The only difference between the two is point of origin.

Lab-created diamonds share an identical growing process to mined diamonds. They form first as carbon atoms under high temperature and immense pressure, then bond together to grow a crystalline lattice structure. Once fully formed, they are cut and polished to reveal maximum brilliance. Like mined diamonds, lab-grown diamonds come in a variety of color and clarity grades. Because they don't have the human or environmental costs associated with mined diamonds, lab diamonds offer the best value for anyone interested in real diamonds.

Lab-grown diamonds vs mined diamonds
Lab-grown diamonds vs mined diamonds

Lab-grown diamonds vs mined diamonds

As of 2018, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) considers both lab-grown and mined diamonds to be real. The only difference between the two is point of origin. Unlike a mined diamond, a lab-grown diamond such as a VRAI created diamond has guaranteed origin.

The naked eye cannot tell the difference between a lab-grown and mined diamond. Most trained gemologists cannot tell the difference between a polished mined diamond and a polished lab-grown diamond without using advanced technology— traditional methods and machinery cannot tell the two apart.

As of 2018, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) considers both lab-grown and mined diamonds to be real. The only difference between the two is point of origin. Unlike a mined diamond, a lab-grown diamond such as a VRAI created diamond has guaranteed origin.

The naked eye cannot tell the difference between a lab-grown and mined diamond. Most trained gemologists cannot tell the difference between a polished mined diamond and a polished lab-grown diamond without using advanced technology— traditional methods and machinery cannot tell the two apart.

Cut to Order lab-grown diamonds
Cut to Order lab-grown diamonds

Cut to Order lab-grown diamonds

Get the exact lab created diamond you want. We'll cut a lab grown diamond for you in any shape and size you desire. Experience the craftsmanship of bespoke diamond creation with our Cut for You™ program.

Why choose lab-grown diamonds?
Why choose lab-grown diamonds?

Why choose lab-grown diamonds?

By selecting a lab-grown diamond, you are enjoying the beauty of diamond without the human and environmental toll of mining. You get more carats, more brilliance, more sparkly at a lower price point.

Are lab created diamonds better for the environment?

Not all lab-grown diamonds are created equal. Many lab-grown diamonds are made in foundries which rely on fossil fuels for energy. Their carbon footprint can be as large as a traditional mine. However, VRAI diamonds come from our zero-emission foundry and are sustainably grown.

Are lab-grown diamonds certified?

Lab-grown diamonds can and should be certified. It is inadvisable to purchase any diamond without diamond certification. Diamonds should go through a grading process that considers the 4Cs, no matter their origin.

By selecting a lab-grown diamond, you are enjoying the beauty of diamond without the human and environmental toll of mining

Are lab created diamonds better for the environment?

Not all lab-grown diamonds are created equal. Many lab-grown diamonds are made in foundries which rely on fossil fuels for energy. Their carbon footprint can be as large as a traditional mine. However, VRAI diamonds come from our zero-emission foundry and are sustainably grown.

Are lab-grown diamonds certified?

Lab-grown diamonds can and should be certified. It is inadvisable to purchase any diamond without diamond certification. Diamonds should go through a grading process that considers the 4Cs, no matter their origin.

Each carat of VRAI created diamond saves:

143

lbs (65kg) of carbon dioxide

2,011

ounces (57 kg) of air pollution

250

tons (227 tonnes) of earth

Personalized consultation
Personalized consultation

A diamond expert will guide you through our wide range of customizable styles to find the perfect engagement ring setting or fine jewelry for you.

Find your setting
Find your setting

Our settings are fully customizable so you can create your own bespoke, made-to-order ring.

Undeniably yours
Undeniably yours

Together, you and our experts will transform a VRAI created diamond to your vision. We have 30 unique shapes to choose from.

Lab grown fancy color pink diamonds
Lab grown fancy color pink diamonds

Lab grown fancy color pink diamonds

A pink diamond is a fancy colored diamond that is pink in color. Pink diamonds are not graded on the same D-Z color scale as white diamonds. VRAI created pink diamonds are physically identical to mined pink diamonds.

A pink diamond is a fancy colored diamond that is pink in color. Pink diamonds are not graded on the same D-Z color scale as white diamonds. VRAI created pink diamonds are physically identical to mined pink diamonds.

How lab grown diamonds are created

How lab grown diamonds are created


Lab-grown diamonds are produced by two methods: chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or high pressure, high temperature (HPHT).

The benefits of lab-grown diamonds

The benefits of lab-grown diamonds

Discover even more reasons to choose lab-grown diamonds.

Gracias a nuestra integración vertical, sólo VRAI puede garantizar el origen de los diamantes cultivados en laboratorio, que proceden directamente de nuestra fundición a cielo abierto y sin emisiones. Por el contrario, los diamantes extraídos, incluso los etiquetados como "éticos" o "libres de conflicto", no pueden ofrecer este nivel de transparencia radical.

Which celebrities wear lab diamonds?
Which celebrities wear lab diamonds?

Which celebrities wear lab diamonds?

Due to their beauty, brilliance, and guaranteed origin, more and more celebrities are opting for lab-grown VRAI created diamonds. Taylor Swift, Reese Witherspoon, Hailey Bieber, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, Joe Jonas, Kendall Jenner, Chrissy Teigan, and Julia Roberts are just a few of the Hollywood stars who have selected VRAI fine jewelry for the red carpet and beyond. Discover who else has been spotted in VRAI created diamonds.

Lab grown diamonds vs mined diamonds

Lab grown diamonds vs mined diamonds

Both lab created and mined diamonds share the same chemical composition and quality. Lab-created diamonds are not diamond simulants such as cubic zirconia and moissanite.

How to buy lab-grown diamonds
How to buy lab-grown diamonds

How to buy lab-grown diamonds

VRAI created diamonds are available for purchase online or by appointment.

For personalized guidance and expert advice, we encourage you to book an appointment with our diamond experts, in-store or virtually. You’ll receive in-depth diamond education as well as help in selecting the VRAI created diamond meant for you.

You may also complete your entire purchase online. Browse our engagement ring, wedding band, fine jewelry, and diamond inventory, then add to your bag with the click of a button.

All engagement rings, wedding bands, and loose diamonds come with our Lifetime Care Package, which includes complimentary resizing, annual shine, and our Lifetime Warranty.

VRAI created diamonds are available for purchase online or by appointment.

For personalized guidance and expert advice, we encourage you to book an appointment with our diamond experts, in-store or virtually. You’ll receive in-depth diamond education as well as help in selecting the VRAI created diamond meant for you.

You may also complete your entire purchase online. Browse our engagement ring, wedding band, fine jewelry, and diamond inventory, then add to your bag with the click of a button.

All engagement rings, wedding bands, and loose diamonds come with our Lifetime Care Package, which includes complimentary resizing, annual shine, and our Lifetime Warranty.

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Best-selling lab-grown diamonds

Best-selling lab-grown diamonds

Our best-selling selection of fine jewelry and engagement rings features modern, timeless designs that are versatile enough for every style and designed to be loved for a lifetime.

El anillo de compromiso Signature Solitaire y el Classic son los dos anillos de compromiso más vendidos de VRAI, seguidos del engaste Three Stone. Los diamantes de talla redonda brillante, ovalada y esmeralda creados por VRAI son las formas de diamante más populares y se presentan con mayor frecuencia en engastes de platino u oro amarillo macizo de 18 quilates.

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