{"id":31579,"date":"2026-11-06T00:07:22","date_gmt":"2026-11-06T00:07:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laborlagold.com\/diamantes-naturales-vs-diamantes-de-laboratorio-cvd\/"},"modified":"2026-11-06T00:07:22","modified_gmt":"2026-11-06T00:07:22","slug":"natural-diamonds-vs-cvd-laboratory-grown-diamonds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laborlagold.com\/en\/diamantes-naturales-vs-diamantes-de-laboratorio-cvd\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural diamonds vs. laboratory-grown diamonds (CVD): differences and which one to choose"},"content":{"rendered":"

More and more couples in Miami are asking about the laboratory diamonds<\/strong> for your engagement ring. Are they real diamonds? Do they show? Are they worth the money? We explain it in a simple way so that you can choose with confidence.<\/p>\n

What is a laboratory-grown diamond (CVD)?<\/h2>\n

A laboratory diamond is a real diamond<\/strong>It has the same chemical composition (pure carbon), the same hardness and the same brilliance as a natural diamond. The difference is the origin. The natural one formed under the ground for millions of years; the laboratory one is grown in weeks by reproducing those conditions.<\/p>\n

CVD<\/strong> They are the initials of Chemical Vapor Deposition<\/em> (chemical vapor deposition), one of the methods used to grow them. When you see \u00abCVD\u00bb on one of our pieces, it means it contains laboratory-grown diamonds.<\/p>\n

Is the difference noticeable at a glance?<\/h2>\n

No. Neither you nor anyone who sees your ring will be able to tell them apart at a glance, even with a normal magnifying glass. Only a gemological laboratory with special equipment can tell if a diamond is natural or cultured.<\/p>\n

They should not be confused with the Imitations<\/strong> like zircon or moissanite, which are other materials with different properties.<\/p>\n

Main differences<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/th>\nNatural diamond<\/th>\nLaboratory diamond (CVD)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Is it a real diamond?<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\nYes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brilliance and hardness<\/td>\nEqual<\/td>\nEqual<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Origin<\/td>\nMine, millions of years<\/td>\nLaboratory, weeks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Price<\/td>\nHigher<\/td>\nMuch more accessible due to the same size<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Re-sale value<\/td>\nBetter<\/td>\nLower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Which one suits you?<\/h2>\n

Choose natural diamond if<\/strong> For you, the rarity, the tradition, or thinking of the piece as something with long-term value are important.<\/p>\n

Choose laboratory-grown diamond if<\/strong> You want a larger diamond or one with more sparkle for the same budget. It\u2019s the option that many couples choose today for their wedding rings. engagement ring<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Both options are beautiful and last a lifetime. The important thing is that you know exactly what you\u2019re buying, which is why at La Borla we always tell you if a piece contains natural or laboratory-grown diamonds.<\/p>\n

What to look for when buying a diamond<\/h2>\n