PAIGE | pear solitaire with 3/4 pavé band
$1,140.00 AUD
ZIA | pear three stone
$1,580.00 AUD
LOLA | pear halo
$1,300.00 AUD
MILLIE | pear bezel set solitaire
$835.00 AUD
RHAY | pear solitaire
$750.00 AUD
MILEY | pear solitaire with wrap-around hidden halo
$1,100.00 AUD
DAKOTA | pear halo with 2/3 pavé band
$1,750.00 AUD
LAB-GROWN DIAMONDS VS NATURAL DIAMONDS
Lab-grown and natural diamonds are chemically, physically, and optically identical, both are pure carbon with 10 hardness and the same brilliance. The key differences lie in origin, cost, and sourcing.
- Identical properties: Same chemical composition, hardness, brilliance, and fire, professional jewellers cannot distinguish them without specialised equipment
- Cost difference: Lab-grown diamonds cost less than natural equivalents, allowing larger stones or premium settings within budget
- Origin and age: Natural diamonds formed billions of years ago underground, lab-grown created in weeks using HPHT or CVD technology
- Ethical sourcing: Lab-grown diamonds are 100% conflict-free with transparent supply chains, while natural diamond sourcing can vary
Read our complete comparison of lab-grown vs natural diamonds for engagement rings
LAB-GROWN DIAMOND VS MOISSANITE ENGAGEMENT RINGS
Both lab-grown diamonds and moissanite create stunning engagement rings with ethical sourcing, but offer different benefits. Lab-grown diamonds provide authentic diamond properties and classic brilliance, while moissanite offers maximum sparkle with distinctive rainbow fire.
- Authenticity: Lab-grown diamonds are identical to natural diamonds (hardness 10, classic brilliance), moissanite is its own gemstone (hardness 9.25, rainbow sparkle)
- Visual differences: Lab-grown diamonds have classic white brilliance, moissanite displays more colourful "fire" and rainbow flashes
- Choose lab-grown for: Authentic diamond experience with traditional elegance and cultural significance
- Choose moissanite for: Maximum value and distinctive extra sparkle with unique brilliance
Read our detailed comparison of lab-grown diamond vs moissanite engagement rings
ARE LAB-GROWN DIAMONDS REAL DIAMONDS?
Yes, lab-grown diamonds are 100% real diamonds with identical chemical composition (pure carbon), physical properties (10 hardness), and optical characteristics to natural diamonds. The Federal Trade Commission and Gemological Institute of America recognise lab-grown diamonds as genuine diamonds.
- Identical properties: Same hardness, brilliance, fire, and scintillation as natural diamonds, professional jewellers cannot tell them apart without specialised equipment
- Same grading standards: Graded using identical 4 C's (cut, colour, clarity, carat) and certified by the same gemological institutes
- Only difference is origin: Natural diamonds formed billions of years ago underground, lab-grown diamonds created in controlled laboratory conditions using HPHT or CVD methods
- For engagement rings: Authentic diamond experience with identical beauty, durability, and cultural significance at a large cost savings
LAB-GROWN DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING STYLES GUIDE
Lab-grown diamond engagement rings embrace every classic and contemporary style, with the cost savings allowing for larger centre stones and more elaborate settings. The most popular styles showcase lab-grown diamonds' exceptional brilliance while taking advantage of the value benefits.
- Solitaire styles: Classic 4-prong or 6-prong settings that highlight the lab-grown diamond's brilliance, often with larger stones than natural diamond budgets allow
- Halo designs: Centre lab-grown diamond surrounded by smaller lab-grown diamonds for enhanced sparkle at fraction of natural diamond cost
- Bezel set rings: Modern metal rim surrounding the lab-grown diamond for sleek protection and contemporary appeal, trending strongly in 2025
- Toi et moi rings: "You and me" French style featuring two lab-grown diamonds representing union, romantic and distinctive design choice
Explore our complete lab-grown diamond engagement ring styles guide