IGI Certified Loose Lab Grown Round Diamond - 4.00 ct

Price facts

• Last seen at $1,380.00 at Nolita Diamonds on Nov 5.

Our take on the IGI Certified Loose Lab Grown Round Diamond - 4.00 ct

This is a single loose round lab grown diamond of 4.00 carats, graded E/F color and VS clarity with an Excellent or Ideal cut. It is made by CVD rather than HPHT, and an IGI certificate comes with stones of 1.00 ct and up. It suits someone building a custom ring or pendant who wants a large, eye-clean white stone without mined-diamond rarity. Against mined stones of the same size it offers far more size for the money, though lab grown diamonds resell for much less and prices across the category keep falling.

IGI Certified Loose Lab Grown Round Diamond - 4.00 ct prices at every store

IGI Certified Loose Lab Grown Round Diamond - 4.00 ct price history

Lowest price we've seen: $1,380.00 on Nov 5 at Nolita Diamonds. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 5.

Questions and answers

What do E/F color and VS clarity mean here?

E/F is near-colorless, so the stone looks white to the eye. VS means very slightly included: small inclusions that are hard to see without magnification.

Is a 4 ct lab grown diamond a good buy?

You get a large, high-grade white stone for far less than a mined diamond of the same size. Expect weak resale value, and note that lab grown prices have been falling.

Does it come with a certificate?

Yes. An IGI certificate is included for stones of 1.00 ct and up, and this one qualifies. It documents color, clarity and cut grades.

CVD or HPHT — does it matter?

The seller states these are CVD, not HPHT, and calls CVD better quality. Both methods produce genuine diamonds; the grading report is what you should rely on.

Can I set it in my own ring?

It is a loose round brilliant, so any jeweler can set it. Confirm the exact millimeter diameter with the seller before buying a setting.

Is 4 ct too large for everyday wear?

It is a statement size and sits high in most settings. For daily wear, a lower-profile setting and a secure prong style help.

Where is the IGI Certified Loose Lab Grown Round Diamond - 4.00 ct cheapest?

At Nolita Diamonds, for $1,380.00, as of our latest check.

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