You might be asking, “How much does a 1-carat lab diamond cost?” You're in the right place! At Bliss Diamond, we want to help you make sense of the costs surrounding lab-created diamonds and why these creations are an incredible option. Though they simulate the looks of these natural diamonds, lab diamonds are a fraction of the cost. Let’s go over the details of what drives that cost, and how you can get the best value for your money.
What’s the Average Price of a 1-Carat Lab Diamond?
Here’s how the numbers break down: a 1-carat lab diamond will typically cost between $400 and $4,000. That’s a pretty wide span, so what accounts for the difference? It all comes down to quality. At Bliss Diamond, most 1-carat lab diamonds are priced from $800 to $1,500. By comparison, a 1-carat natural diamond can set you back $4,000 to $8,000; a significant price difference!
What Drives the Price of a Lab Diamond?
Like mined diamonds, lab-created diamonds are assessed by the Four Cs: cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. Here’s the impact that each one has on price:
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Cut:
How the diamond was cut affects its ability to reflect light. A well-cut diamond is the brightest and most expensive. A well-cut stone, however, still flashes plenty of sparkle at a fraction of the price. -
Color:
Lab diamonds are available in a variety of colors, from colorless (D) to faint yellow (Z). You know colorless diamonds (D) are the most expensive, then near-colorless diamonds (G-H) are an excellent compromise for saving without sacrificing beauty. -
Clarity:
Clarity is based on the amount of inclusions or blemishes within the diamond. The fewer inclusions, the higher the price, but many inclusions are microscopic and impossible to see without magnification. -
Carat:
Price rises with carat weight. A 1-carat lab diamond tends to be cheaper than a larger diamond of the same quality.
At Bliss Diamond, we walk you through these considerations so that we can find the diamond that fits both your pocketbook and personal style profile.
Cut Quality Matters
The diamond’s cut is vital because it determines how brilliant the diamond sparkles. An excellent cut executed properly will reflect light beautifully, whereas a good cut will still be shiny and up to a price point. Both of those choices are possible on Bliss Diamond, where you can choose your diamond to the level of glow and price.
Color and Clarity Impact the Price
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Color:
Lab diamonds are rated the same way as natural diamonds from D (colorless) to Z (yellowish). D diamonds will be your most costly, whereas with the G-H range, you can get a good value, and the diamond will still look colorless to the naked eye. -
Clarity:
The clarity rank assesses the ‘cleanliness’ of a diamond in terms of internal or external flaws. More-perfect diamonds are more expensive, but lots of the imperfections are microscopic and won’t impact a diamond’s beauty or performance.
Like everything we sell, our lab diamonds are designed to represent the perfect marriage of beauty and value. A near colorless diamond, or one with just a few inclusions, still has the same shine, beauty, and wow factor as pricier counterparts.
Where You Buy Matters
Where you buy your diamond can also impact the price. Big national chain jewelry stores are notorious for making huge markups on diamonds because of their huge overhead. At Bliss Diamond, we get our diamonds directly from the source, no middlemen or third parties. Plus, if you do your shopping online (as opposed to in stores), you can use sales and promotional offers, which will make your purchase even cheaper.
Lab vs. Natural Diamond Savings
Breaking it down: A one-carat natural diamond is on average $4,000 or more, compared with a lab diamond that starts at $400. That’s a potential 80% savings! With Bliss Diamond, you enjoy the same sparkle and quality without the high price tag of a natural diamond; lab diamonds are an ideal alternative for anyone who is looking for ethical, affordable luxury.
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Tips for Getting the Best Deal
Want to save even more on your lab diamond? Here are a few tips:
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Consider a near-colorless diamond. That said, G-H diamonds provide exceptional value and are visually appealing.
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The clarity can go a little lower. Most of the imperfections are microscopic and do not affect the diamond’s overall appearance.
At Bliss Diamond, we walk you through those savvy choices to ensure the most sparkle for your budget.
Final Thoughts
So, how much does a 1-carat lab diamond cost? You can expect to spend anywhere from $400 to more than $4,000, and most are priced between $800 and $1,500. The price can be affected by things like cut, color, clarity, and carat weight, but the cost savings compared with those of natural diamonds are significant. We bring to you high-quality lab-grown diamonds at an unprecedented value, without compromising between the beauty and ethics.
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