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Diamonds’ Universal Grading System Is Becoming Less Universal

The jewelry industry’s most respected gemological authority has announced a change in how it will evaluate lab-grown gems. By Amy Elliott A certain type of engagement ring seems to have reached peak ...
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No more 4C grading, now lab-grown diamonds are 'premium' or 'standard'

MUMBAI: In a move poised to reshape the global gem trade, the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) has announced it will no longer apply the 4Cs grading system-cut, colour, clarity, and carat weight ...
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Lab-grown vs real diamonds: Less expensive but harder to resell

Nearly half of engagement ring center stones (46%) sold in 2023 were lab-grown, according to a survey by The Knot. 1 Buyers ...
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Lab-created diamonds are rocking the engagement ring market

NORFOLK, Va. — Brilliant, sparkly, and blingy are just some words used to describe diamonds. When you're trying to pick the right gem for your loved one or yourself, the task can be daunting. Now, ...