So Jubilance, are these lab-created diamonds typically identified when one goes into the jewelry store? Are they pretty widely distributed? I'm just wondering if I've bought a lab-created diamond w/out even knowing it.
Also, this may seem like a weird question but, although it is the same chemical composition, is it technically a "fake" according to gemstone standards or is it considered as genuine as those from the mines? Do you know whether the determination of whether it's genuine is based on origin or composition?
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Originally Posted by jubilance1922
I have been against mined diamonds for several years now. As a chemist, I always advocate the use of lab-made diamonds, which are engineered to be flawless and come in many different colors. They also are 1/10th of the price of a mined diamond. If you're looking for alternative stones, that's definitely one way to go.
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