Natural vs Lab Grown Diamonds: What Is the Difference?

Natural and lab grown diamonds may look very similar, and both are real diamonds. As technology has evolved, choosing between them has become an important part of the jewelry world. So what actually sets them apart?

Natural Diamonds - A Creation of Nature

Natural diamonds form deep within the Earth under immense pressure and high temperatures, over geological periods of time. Each stone carries characteristics shaped by its formation, sometimes including internal features that make it distinctive.

Lab Grown Diamonds: Technology and Precision

Lab grown diamonds are created through technological processes that replicate the conditions needed for diamond formation. Chemically, physically and optically, they are real diamonds, not imitations. Their main difference lies in their origin.

 

How Do You Choose?

The choice depends on personal preferences, budget, the significance of a diamond's origin and the characteristics of the individual stone. Some are drawn to the natural origin and geological story of mined diamonds, while others prefer the technological alternative offered by lab grown diamonds. In either case, it's worth considering cut, color, clarity and carat, and making sure the diamond's origin is clearly stated in its documentation.

At Shuna Studio, we believe choosing the right stone begins with getting to know it. Beyond technical characteristics, we look for the color, proportions and individual character that make a diamond part of a meaningful piece of jewelry.