Can a jeweler tell a lab diamond apart?

I talked to my jeweler about this last month. A friend of mine got hers from Amazon and loves it. Save your money. The difference is noticeable but not worth the premium for most people.

This is totally normal. Mine did the same thing for the first month then settled.

Here is what I have found after researching for weeks. I bought mine from Amazon for about $3,000. Save your money. The difference is noticeable but not worth the premium for most people.

It depends on your skin and how often you wear it. Mine is fine, but a friend had issues within weeks.

Here is my honest take after owning one. I compared James Allen and Charles & Colvard before deciding. It depends on your skin and how often you wear it. Mine is fine, but a friend had issues within weeks.

I would say yes, especially if you are on a budget. I have had zero problems so far.

Here is what I have found after researching for weeks.

What I Noticed

The sparkle is actually more brilliant than a diamond in my opinion, especially under indoor lighting. Up close, nobody has ever guessed it was not a natural stone.

Cost

I paid $8,000 including the setting. A comparable natural diamond would have been at least five times that. The price difference is the main reason most people go this route.

Durability

It is still going strong after two years. I clean it once a month with warm soapy water and a soft brush. No scratches, no cloudiness.

Who This Is For

• Great if you want maximum sparkle on a budget
• Great if you do not care about resale value
• Skip it if you want something that holds investment value

I talked to my jeweler about this last month. My ring came from Blue Nile with a full certificate. Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.

Short answer: no. I switched after a few months and never looked back. The upkeep was not worth it.