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DIAMOND GUIDE
Laboratory diamond
vs natural diamond
Same brilliance. Two different origins.
Compare to choose with confidence.
Lab-grown diamond vs. mine-grown diamond
Two origins.
The same brilliance.
Laboratory diamond or mined diamond:
The main difference lies in the origin of the stone.
To the naked eye, their shine, hardness, and composition remain identical.
The choice depends mainly on your values, your budget and the story you want to tell with your jewelry.
type | Diamants de laboratoire | Diamants de mine |
|---|---|---|
Rapport qualité/prix | Supérieur | Plus coûteux |
Impact environnemental | Réduit | Élevé |
Traçabilité | Totale | Variable |
Certification | GIA | GIA |
Dureté | Identique | Identique |
Brillance | Identique | Identique |
Composition | Identique | Identique |
Why choose the Laboratory? (The smart purchase)
More and more couples in Quebec are turning to lab-grown diamonds for three main reasons:
Why choose
a diamond
laboratory ?
WHY CHOOSE
A modern alternative that allows access to a larger, purer and more transparent stone, without compromising on beauty.
01.
More carats
A larger or higher quality stone, for a better controlled budget.
02.
Accessible purity
High-purity diamonds, such as VVS1 or VVS2, are easier to obtain.
03.
Responsible choice
A modern, traceable alternative without traditional mining.
Identical beauty, different origin.
Same brilliance, same resistance, same composition: the lab-grown diamond is distinguished above all by its method of creation.
Identical beauty, different origin.
Same brilliance, same resistance, same composition: the lab-grown diamond is distinguished above all by its method of creation.
OUR PROMISE
The Auclaire House Commitment
Whether you choose the modernity of the laboratory or the tradition of the mine, Maison Auclaire applies the same exacting standards to every diamond.
We select only stones that meet strict criteria of quality, origin and brilliance.
Official certificate
Each diamond over 0.50 ct comes with a GIA or IGI certificate.
We prioritize clear traceability in order to offer you a transparent and secure choice.
Guaranteed origin
Each stone is carefully inspected, including its size, proportions and luster.
Controlled shine
Lab-grown vs. natural diamond: What is the real difference?
Understanding the science, ethics, and price to make an informed choice for your engagement ring.
The Myth of the "Fake" Diamond
Genuine diamond. Different origin.
Created in a controlled environment, lab-grown diamonds offer the same brilliance, structure, and durability as natural diamonds.
This is the number 1 question we receive during consultations:
"Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?"
The short answer is: Yes. 100%.
Physically, chemically, and optically, a lab-grown diamond is identical to a mined diamond. Even an expert gemologist cannot tell the difference with the naked eye, or even with a jeweler's loupe. State-of-the-art laboratory equipment is required to distinguish between them.
The only difference? Its origin.