Should You Choose a Lab-Created Diamond Engagement Ring?

An engagement ring isn’t just a piece of jewelry. It’s a reflection of who you are as a couple, a symbol of your love story, and a modern heirloom to hand down to the next generation. Lab-created diamonds have gone from the fringes of the jewelry industry to becoming the default option for younger couples searching for sustainable engagement rings.  

At Valley Rose, we’re committed to doing our part to create a more ethical jewelry industry, which is why we use fairmined gold and lab diamonds created from air pollution to reduce our environmental impact. In this post, we’re sharing the reasons why you should choose a lab-created diamond engagement ring and why more than half of Millennial and Gen Z couples are choosing lab-grown diamonds.

What Makes Lab-Created Diamonds Unique

Lab-created diamonds are known by several names, including ‘cultured diamonds’. While they are chemically and physically the same as mined diamonds, they are created within a controlled environment in a lab. What makes lab-grown diamonds unique is that they can be crafted to offer flawless clarity and optimal sparkle to give you what’s considered a better diamond at a more accessible price point. 

We use lab-created diamonds within all our engagement rings, allowing you to choose a ring that reflects your values as a couple. Lab-grown diamonds look exactly the same as mined diamonds to the naked eye, but don’t have the same environmental and social impact. 

Our carbon capture Scs-007 lab diamonds are fully traceable and the world’s first 100% climate-neutral lab diamond. Our nature-inspired engagement rings are extra special as they help protect the world around us and are the perfect choice for eco-conscious couples.

The Benefits of a Lab-Created Diamond Engagement Ring

More couples than ever are starting to choose lab-grown diamonds instead of traditional mined diamonds. There are dozens of benefits to choosing a lab-created diamond engagement ring as one of the most ethical options for couples getting ready to say, ‘I do.’

Compared to mined diamonds, you can get a lab-grown diamond with the same 4C certification for a fraction of the price. You can make your budget go further and choose a lab-grown diamond with a larger carat weight or better clarity than if you were shopping for natural diamonds.  

Our lab diamond engagement rings are fully customizable, giving you the freedom to choose everything from your prong style to the center diamond and metal. These engagement rings aren’t just living works of art; they’re better for our planet as they are created using the highest quality craftsmanship and materials.

We’re committed to sustainability and supporting artisanal and small-scale mines, which is why we also use fairmined gold instead of recycled gold, as it’s fully traceable with miners paid market value and a fair living wage. 

Looking for more information on lab-created diamonds? Read our in-depth myth-busting guide on everything you need to know about lab diamond jewelry.

Shop Sustainable Lab-Created Diamond Engagement Rings at Valley Rose

Lab-created diamonds aren’t just a more affordable option, they’re the perfect way to mark your love story with an ethical ring that reflects who you are as a couple. Explore our range of lab-grown diamond engagement rings or book a 30-minute complimentary consultation to design your bespoke ethical ring.