Is a lab-grown diamond heart necklace worth it?

If you want the diamond look at a lower price, yes. Lab-grown stones cost less than mined ones of the same size and color, but they hold little resale value, so buy it to wear, not to invest.

How big is the pendant and chain?

The pendant is a heart outline set with about 1/2 carat total weight of round diamonds, and the chain is 18 inches long. That length rests at or just below the collarbone on most people.

What does F color mean for these diamonds?

F is in the near-colorless range on the GIA scale, so the stones should look white in the white gold setting. It is a high grade for a piece at this size.

Can I wear it every day?

Yes, but the prongs on an open outline can catch on clothing and hair. Check the settings periodically and take it off for gym sessions, cleaning and swimming.

Does it come with a certificate?

Jared typically provides its own grading and authenticity paperwork with diamond jewelry rather than a GIA report for each small stone. Ask the store what documentation is included before you buy.

When is the best time to buy it?

Jewelry promotions cluster around Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Black Friday and the winter holidays. Watch the price history here and buy when it dips below its recent range.

Jared Jewelers Signature Lab-Grown Diamond Heart Outline Necklace 1/2 ct tw 14K White Gold 18"

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Our take on the Jared Jewelers Signature Lab-Grown Diamond Heart Outline Necklace 1/2 ct tw 14K White Gold 18"

A 14K white gold necklace with a heart-outline pendant set with about 1/2 carat of round lab-grown diamonds in prong settings, on an 18-inch chain. The diamonds are graded F color, so they read bright and near-colorless against the white gold. Lab-grown stones keep the price well below a comparable mined-diamond heart pendant. No current price was provided, so compare it against Jared's other 1/2 ct tw heart necklaces before buying.

Best forGift for an anniversary or Valentine's DayShoppers who want diamond look without mined-diamond pricingSomeone who prefers white gold and a delicate pendantBuyers who want a chain long enough to wear outside a neckline

Pros

About 1/2 ct tw of round lab-grown diamonds
F color grade keeps the stones looking white
14K white gold setting and chain
18-inch length sits at or below the collarbone
Open heart outline is lighter on the neck than a solid heart

Cons