Is a lab diamond okay for an engagement?
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Quick summary first, then details:
Price Breakdown
| Option | Typical Cost |
| Lab created | $5,000 |
| Natural stone | 5-10x more |
| Plated alternative | $20-$50 but will tarnish |
Recommendation
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.
Jun 25, 2026
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D Derek Miller Jun 27, 2026Does this apply to 14k gold too?