The Facts About Created Diamonds

Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?

Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds — identical in their physical, chemical, and optical properties to mined diamonds. The only difference is their origin. Instead of forming deep beneath the earth over millions of years, they’re grown above ground using advanced technology that replicates nature’s process.

Every LINDELLI diamond is certified by the GIA or IGI, ensuring exceptional quality and authenticity.

What’s the difference between lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds?

The only difference - the origin. A natural diamond is formed from heat and pressure beneath the Earth’s surface over millions of years, whilst lab grown diamonds are produced in controlled laboratory environments using cutting-edge technology.

Due to their different origins, there is a substantial difference in price between lab-grown and natural diamonds, with lab grown diamonds being the more affordable alternative due to the shorter supply chain.

Are lab grown diamonds more affordable than natural diamonds?

Because lab-grown diamonds follow a shorter, more efficient supply chain, they typically cost around 50% less than mined diamonds of comparable size and quality. This means you can often choose a 30–50% larger stone for the same budget, without compromising on beauty or brilliance.

It’s modern luxury made smarter - exceptional diamonds, more accessible.

How long does it take to create a lab-grown diamond??

Lab-grown diamonds are created in a matter of 2 to 8 weeks, depending on the size of the stone.

Using advanced technology that replicates the natural growth process, diamonds can be produced far more efficiently than their mined counterparts, which form deep beneath the earth over millions of years.

This streamlined process means lab-grown diamonds can be brought to market faster, without compromising on quality or brilliance.

Why purchase a lab-grown diamond over a natural diamond?

Lab-grown diamonds offer all the beauty of mined diamonds - with meaningful modern advantages.

Exceptional value

Enjoy more diamond for your budget. Lab-grown stones are typically more cost-effective, allowing you to choose a larger or higher-quality diamond without stretching your spend.

Ethical and sustainable

Every lab-grown diamond has a traceable, conflict-free origin, so you can wear it with confidence, knowing it was created responsibly.

Uncompromising quality

Lab-grown diamonds are physically and chemically identical to natural diamonds, sharing the same sparkle, durability, and timeless appeal - just with a lighter environmental footprint.

It’s luxury you can feel good about - brilliant, responsible, and beautifully future-minded.

What is a Type IIa Diamond?

Type IIa diamonds are the rarest and purest type of diamond found in nature. They contain little to no nitrogen — the element that can affect a diamond’s colour - which gives them their exceptional chemical purity and beautifully colourless or near-colourless appearance.

Only around 2% of the world’s natural diamonds fall into this elite category. Remarkably, most lab-grown diamonds are Type IIa, making them an outstanding choice for those who value superior clarity, brilliance, and quality.

It’s purity you can see - and rarity you can truly appreciate.

Do lab grown diamonds come with certification?

Yes, Lab-grown diamonds are graded with the same standards as natural mined diamonds. The quality of a diamond is graded by the 4C’s: Colour, Cut, Clarity and Carat weight. LINDELLI’s lab-grown diamonds are graded by the world’s leading independent laboratories including Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and International Gemological Institute (IGI).

Are lab-grown diamonds flawless?

Not entirely - and that’s part of their natural beauty.

Just like mined diamonds, lab-grown diamonds can have tiny internal or surface inclusions that form during the growth process. These characteristics are usually microscopic and don’t affect the stone’s sparkle or durability.

Every lab-grown diamond is graded according to the same 4Cs standards (Cut, Colour, Clarity, and Carat) by leading gemological laboratories, ensuring complete transparency about quality.

Truly flawless diamonds - whether lab-grown or natural - are incredibly rare, which is why each lab-grown diamond is beautifully unique, with its own subtle fingerprint.

Do lab grown diamonds get cloudy?

No - lab-grown diamonds do not become cloudy or change over time.

Their structure is identical to that of mined diamonds, which means they retain their clarity, brilliance, and sparkle for life.

Some online misinformation can cause confusion, often mixing up real diamonds with lower-quality diamond simulants (like cubic zirconia), which can cloud over time. With proper care, a lab-grown diamond will remain as radiant as the day you received it.

For complete peace of mind, it’s always best to speak with a trusted expert when choosing your diamond.

Can you insure a lab-grown diamond engagement ring?

Yes, just like a natural diamond, lab diamond engagement rings can also be insured. We recommend insuring your jewellery pieces in case of damage or theft.

Are lab-grown diamonds ethical?

Yes - lab-grown diamonds are an ethical and responsible choice.

Because they’re created in controlled laboratory environments, they don’t require mining, which significantly reduces environmental disruption and eliminates the risk of exploitative labour practices often associated with traditional diamond mining.

Their traceable origin means you know exactly where your diamond came from and how it was produced - giving you complete confidence that your stone is conflict-free and sustainably made.

It’s brilliance with integrity.

Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?

What’s the difference between lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds?

Are lab grown diamonds more affordable than natural diamonds?

How long does it take to create a lab-grown diamond??

Why purchase a lab-grown diamond over a natural diamond?

What is a Type IIa Diamond?

Do lab grown diamonds come with certification?

Are lab-grown diamonds flawless?

Do lab grown diamonds get cloudy?

Can you insure a lab-grown diamond engagement ring?

Are lab-grown diamonds ethical?

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Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?

What’s the difference between lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds?

Are lab grown diamonds more affordable than natural diamonds?

How long does it take to create a lab-grown diamond??

Why purchase a lab-grown diamond over a natural diamond?

What is a Type IIa Diamond?

Do lab grown diamonds come with certification?

Are lab-grown diamonds flawless?

Do lab grown diamonds get cloudy?

Can you insure a lab-grown diamond engagement ring?

Are lab-grown diamonds ethical?

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