Lab-grown diamond or moissanite?
Lab-grown diamonds and moissanite are often shopped side by side, but only one of them is a diamond.
| Lab-grown diamond | Moissanite | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Diamond (carbon) | Silicon carbide |
| Hardness | 10 on the Mohs scale | About 9.25 on the Mohs scale |
| Sparkle | Classic diamond brilliance | More rainbow flashes, especially in larger stones |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Which should you choose?
If having a real diamond matters to you, a lab-grown diamond gives you exactly that. If the lowest price matters most and you like a fierier sparkle, moissanite can be a good fit.
Italia Diamonds works with lab-grown diamonds. If you are deciding between the two, book a consultation and we will talk through what you care about most.