Are lab grown diamonds durable?

With lab-grown diamonds increasing in popularity, their durability is often top of mind. How do their wearability and toughness stack up against conventional diamonds? Let’s explore some key insights.

Advantages and disadvantages of lab diamonds

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Strengths
Drawbacks
Laboratory diamonds are identical to natural diamonds. Their structure is completely similar and they pass all imitation tests
Low resale value
Laboratory diamonds have optical characteristics as good as natural diamonds.
Perceptions — Some traditionalists look down on manufactured diamonds. There is still some stigma against "fake" or "unnatural" diamonds, although consumer acceptance of lab diamonds has improved enormously.
Their sourcing is free of the ethical and criminal problems associated with child and slave labor.

Durability characteristics of lab-grown diamonds versus mined diamonds

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Here is a comparison table showing the durability characteristics of lab-grown diamonds versus mined diamonds:

Characteristic
Lab-Grown Diamond
Mined Diamond
Hardness
10 on Mohs scale (hardest material)
10 on Mohs scale (hardest material)
Crystal Structure
Cubic formation of tightly bonded carbon atoms.
Cubic formation of tightly bonded carbon atoms.
Resistance to Chipping/Cracking
Extremely resistant due to hardness/structure
Extremely resistant due to hardness/structure
Cutting Resistance
Requires diamond-tipped blade to shape and polish
Requires diamond-tipped blade to shape and polish
Wear Resistance
High resistance to surface wear over time
High resistance to surface wear over time
Toughness
Very tough — difficult to scratch, break or cleave
Very tough — difficult to scratch, break or cleave
Heat Resistance
Excellent — won't oxidize or degrade until ~1,652 °F
Excellent — won't oxidize or degrade until ~1,652 °F
Durability Rating
Excellent — maintains beauty/integrity for a lifetime of wear
Excellent — maintains beauty/integrity for a lifetime of wear

As shown, lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds have essentially identical properties when it comes to durability and resistance to damage or deterioration over time. Both earn the highest-tier rating for performance meeting real-world demands. So consumers can be fully confident in the long-lasting durability of a lab diamond!

In sum

Given their comparable chemical makeup and crystalline structure, top quality lab-grown diamonds match mined diamonds in hardness and resilience. For clients wanting an ethical alternative without sacrificing durability, they provide a compelling option that can confidently withstand daily wear and retain beauty for generations. By understanding their production, we can guide customers to long-lasting lab-grown diamond pieces.

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