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Lab-Grown Diamonds Guide

4Cs, Size, Pricing & Benefits

THE NEW STANDARD

What Is a Lab-Grown Diamond?

A lab-grown diamond is a real diamond created in a controlled laboratory environment using advanced technology that replicates the natural diamond-growing process beneath the Earth’s surface.

These diamonds are:

  • Chemically identical (pure carbon)
  • Physically identical (hardness of 10 on the Mohs scale)
  • Optically identical (same brilliance, fire, and scintillation)

 

In simple terms:

There is no visible difference between a lab-grown and a natural diamond.

Akoirah exclusively uses lab-grown diamonds because modern luxury should be responsible, innovative, and forward-thinking.

THE NEW STANDARD

Lab Grown vs Natural Diamond

Feature
Formation
Composition
Hardness
Brilliance
Environmental Impact
Pricing
Lab Grown Diamond
Advanced laboratory process
Pure carbon
10 (Mohs scale)
Identical
Lower
More accessible
Natural Diamond
Formed in Earth's mantle
Pure carbon
10 (Mohs scale)
Identical
High (mining required)
Premium due to rarity
THE NEW STANDARD

Why Choose Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery?

Ethically created with no mining

Environmentally responsible

Better value for the same size and quality

Ideal for modern, conscious buyers

THE QUALITY STANDARD

Understanding the 4Cs of Diamonds

The 4Cs — Cut, Color, Clarity, and Carat — define the quality of every diamond.

Cut

The Sparkle Factor

Cut determines how well a diamond reflects light. The most important factor for brilliance . Impacts sparkle, fire, and overall beauty

Color

The Whiteness Scale

Diamonds are graded from D (colorless) to Z (light yellow).
Akoirah offers premium D–H range. Higher grades = brighter, whiter diamonds.

Clarity

The Purity Level

Clarity measures internal inclusions and surface blemishes.
Preferred: VS1 / VS2 (eye-clean diamonds) Perfect balance of quality and value

Carat

The Weight of Brilliance

Carat refers to weight, not size.
Larger diamonds are rarer
Visual size depends on cut quality

Pro Tip:

A well-cut 1 carat diamond can look larger than a poorly cut 1.2 carat diamond. Always prioritize cut quality to ensure your diamond has maximum presence and sparkle.

1 Carat
~6.4 mm Approx Diameter

Visual Guide

Diamond Size Guide

While carat defines weight, diameter defines how large the diamond appears on your finger.

Shape

THE PERFECT FIT

Ring Size Guide - Find Your Perfect Fit

Choosing the right ring size ensures comfort and security.

Method 1:

Measure an Existing Ring

  1. Select a ring that fits perfectly
  2. Measure the internal diameter (mm)
  3. Match with an international size chart

Measure at room temperature for accuracy.

Method 2:

Measure Finger Circumference

  1. Wrap a strip of paper/string around your finger
  2. Mark where it overlaps
  3. Measure length in mm

Avoid measuring cold fingers as they are smaller.

THE NEW STANDARD

Certification & Authenticity

Every Akoirah diamond is internationally certified and verified.

Our Certification Partners:

Your Purchase Includes:

LONGEVITY

Jewellery Care Guide

Maintain brilliance for a lifetime with proper care.

Daily Care

Store pieces separately

Avoid chemicals (perfume, lotions)

Remove during heavy activity

Daily Care

Step 1:

Soak in warm water + mild soap (20 mins)

Step 2:

Clean with a soft brush

Step 3:

Rinse and dry with lint-free cloth

FAQ

Yes, they are 100% real diamonds with the same chemical and physical properties as natural diamonds.

Lab-grown diamonds offer significantly better value, typically costing 30-40% less than mined diamonds of the same quality.

No. Even experienced gemologists cannot distinguish between the two without specialized laboratory equipment.

Absolutely. Lab-grown diamonds have the same durability and hardness (10 on the Mohs scale) as mined diamonds and will never lose their brilliance.

THE PERFECT FIT

The Akoirah Promise

Modern luxury is not just about how it looks — it’s about what it stands for.

Innovation — fine jewellery craftsmanship
Responsibility — ethical sourcing
Timeless Design — diamond earrings

Pillar 01

Innovation

We pioneer new techniques and materials that reshape what fine jewellery can be — from lab-grown diamonds to precision micro-setting.

Pillar 02

Responsibility

We source ethically and craft sustainably — for the world we share, the communities we work with, and the future we build together.

Pillar 03

Timeless Design

Our silhouettes reject the ephemeral. We create for the century, not the season — pieces that outlast every trend.

Find the Diamond That
Reflects Your Story

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