India’s jewellery market has changed quickly in the last few years. Lab grown

diamonds, once something only discussed in trade circles, are now a real option

for everyday buyers. And that is a good thing.

Here is what you actually need to know, in plain language.

Are Lab Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds

Yes. A lab grown diamond is chemically, physically and optically identical to a

mined diamond. Both are made of carbon arranged in a crystal lattice. Both are

graded using the same 4C system. A gemologist cannot tell one from the other

without specialised equipment.

Why Are They Less Expensive

Mining a diamond involves enormous infrastructure, land disruption and supply

chain costs. Growing one in a lab bypasses all of that. The saving is passed on to

the buyer. You can typically get a better grade and larger carat weight for the

same budget.

What About Resale Value

It is a fair question. Natural mined diamonds have historically held a certain

resale value, though often overstated. Lab grown diamonds are newer to the

resale market. Many buyers choose lab grown diamonds precisely because they

want to put the saving into a better stone now, rather than speculate on future

resale.

Which Should You Buy

If you want the most beautiful diamond for your budget, lab grown is the

answer. If you are buying purely as an investment asset, that is a separate

conversation. For jewellery that you wear and love every day, lab grown makes

complete sense.At Yaksha, every diamond is IGI certified. You know exactly what you are

getting.