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Natural vs Lab Grown

What is the difference?

The key difference between the two is their origin. Ultimatly you need to decide what matters to you . 

Natural Diamonds:

Mined from the earth

Takes billons of years to create

Each one is rare and different 

The Natural Diamond having rarity that might be the most appealing.  There is a finite number of natural diamond in this world, making this diamond a one-of-a-kind. 

Lab Grown Diamonds:

Grown in a lab

Takes only months to create

Good value

Lab Grown Diamonds are just as real but cost less than the natural.  They are the same in carat weight and quality. If you have a budget a lab grown maybe the way to go. 

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