Are Lab Created Diamonds Certified?

If you are looking for the perfect diamond jewelry, then you need to consider the following before making any purchase: size, color, clarity, cut, carat weight, and price. These are just some of the things you should take into consideration when choosing a diamond.

Another consideration is the quality of the diamond. This is probably why one of the most common questions surrounding lab-created diamonds is whether they are as real as mined diamonds. Here’s our quick answer: Lab-created diamonds are 100% real diamonds; the main difference is their origin.

Mined diamonds take years to be naturally created under the earth’s surface and to be extracted requires huge machinery, plenty of resources and manpower. In contrast, lab-created diamonds are created by scientists in a lab using advanced technology and the same materials as mined diamonds. To learn about lab-created diamonds and why they are worth the investment, visit this page, where we explain all you need to know about them.

The second most common question regarding lab-created diamonds is whether they are certified like mined diamonds. The answer is yes; lab-created diamonds are IGI-certified. In fact, our diamonds are graded by a professional and reputable gemologist using the highest grading scheme.

In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of diamond certification when deciding which diamond to buy.

What Is An IGI Certified Diamond?

IGI diamond certification is a diamond assessment and report provided by an organization consisting of certified gemologists known as the International Gemological Institute or IGI.

This report aims to provide an accurate assessment of a diamond, whether mined or lab-created, in terms of its clarity, carat, cut, color and weight. To create a reliable and detailed report, IGI uses state-of-the-art technology and machinery and follows a strict international system to determine every diamond‘s origin and physical characteristics. 

Once IGI-certified, you have the guarantee that the lab-created diamond you are purchasing is high-quality and authentic. IGI diamond report will also help you compare which diamonds are better for their price and make informed decisions before buying them.

Are IGI Lab-Created Diamonds Good?

There are several benefits to buying IGI-certified diamonds. IGI Certified Diamonds are the highest quality lab-created diamonds available today. They have the same sparkle and composition as mined diamonds but at a significantly lower cost. They are also more durable and last longer than synthetic diamonds or other diamond substitutes because they are certified high-quality and real diamonds. 

HautaCarat’s lab-created diamonds are all IGI-certified, meaning that expert gemologists have tested each one of them and provided a detailed report of the diamond's attributes and origin. To give you an assurance of this, you will receive a detailed report from the International Gemological Institute (IGI) for every purchase of our lab-created diamond.

Which Certificate Is Better: IGI or GIA?

At present, the best certification for lab-created diamonds is the IGI certification. Compared with GIA, IGI certification provides more specific gradings for diamond attributes like color and clarity. The GIA has also just recently started fully grading lab-created diamonds, and it is still in its infancy. An IGI certification report presents all the specifications you need to compare diamonds effectively.

Purchase IGI-certified diamonds today! HauteCarat offers sustainable and ethical lab-created diamonds at a significantly lower price compared with mined diamonds. Learn more about our sustainability efforts by visiting this link.