How much cheaper are lab-grown diamonds?
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I have been researching for weeks and still cannot decide.
Here is what I have found after researching for weeks.
| Option | Typical Cost |
| Lab created | $800 |
| Natural stone | 5-10x more |
| Plated alternative | $20-$50 but will tarnish |
If you are on the fence, go with the middle option. The plated stuff looks fine for a month then turns skin green. The natural stone is beautiful but the markup is brutal.