Considering a lab-grown diamond? You’ll be spoilt for choice

NATURAL diamond loyalists may sneer at the prospect of purchasing lab-grown versions. But these stones made in controlled environments have their share of fans. In fact, lab-grown diamonds (LGDs) are estimated to make up a fifth of the total diamond market today.

We take a look at some fine LGD specimens available at local jewellers:

JannPaul Diamonds

This bridal collection features JannPaul’s White Series Marquise X diamonds on a necklace and matching earrings. The blue in these LGDs is pure and vivid, without any grey or green overtones. The collar-style necklace is adorned with a cascading arrangement of marquise and round-cut blue diamonds on one end, and a sleek, curved band of pave-set diamonds on the other. This necklace-and-earrings set is priced from S$19,700.

This White Series Lab-Grown Radiant X diamond ring showcases a pure and vivid pink diamond without secondary hues of brown or orange. It sits on a band of rose and white gold, and is embellished with smaller diamonds set in an asymmetrical pattern to resemble blooming flowers or budding branches. Priced from S$3,750.

This stunner comes from a custom bridal collection and features the White Series Emerald 2.0, mounted on white gold. The ring comes in a unique and intricate design, with diamonds set at various angles to create visual interest. Priced from S$3,700.

The Better Diamond

The ring in a trilogy setting is a design loved by the brand’s founders. Here, a gorgeous Asscher (square, step-cut) diamond is flanked by two tapered baguettes to create a subtle, yet eye-catching ring. Priced from S$4,500.

The Better Diamond specialises in custom bespoke rings, but is moving into ready-to-wear designs. Coming soon is Valt, which has been requested by clients seeking easy options for daily wear. The launch collection features pieces in a dynamic cyclone motif, in a nod to the consequences of climate change. Priced from S$1,300 to S$10,800.

Carrie K

Custom-made, this Morse code solitaire ring features the couples’ initials cleverly personalised on each side of the band in diamond dots and dashes. Right at the centre, of course, is a lovely Princess Cut diamond. Priced at S$5,600.

Modern, simple, yet striking in design, the Duet Halo Ring Set pairs a solitaire ring with a Duet Halo Ring Jacket. They can also be worn separately. Priced at S$5,200.

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Meant for the important woman in one’s life, the Solar Ring features an UltiCut Diamond glinting on a band of yellow gold. Priced from S$2,600.

Perched atop rose gold is an UltiCut Diamond, elegantly accompanied by a constellation of starry diamonds. The Lunar Ring is priced from S$2,400.