- Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?
- Yes. It is chemically and physically a diamond, just grown in a lab instead of mined. It has the same hardness and brilliance and is graded on the same scales.
- How does a princess cut compare with a round diamond?
- A princess cut is square with pointed corners and gives a different, more angular sparkle. Round cuts hide flaws better and resist chipping more, but princess cuts often look larger for the same carat weight.
- Will the white gold stay white?
- 14K white gold is rhodium plated, and the plating wears over time. Most jewelers re-plate a ring every year or two to restore the bright white finish.
- Should I insure a ring this size?
- Yes. A stone near 4 carats is a significant value and should be appraised and added to a jewelry insurance policy or rider.
- Can this ring be resized?
- Most plain white gold solitaire bands can be resized by a jeweler, though a full eternity-style band cannot. Ask about sizing before ordering if your finger size is uncertain.
- What should I check on the diamond certificate?
- Look at cut, color, clarity and carat, plus whether it is graded by a recognized lab. For a princess cut, clarity and cut grade matter most because the corners show inclusions.
- Where is the Kay Lab-Grown Diamonds Princess-Cut Engagement Ring 14K White Gold cheapest?
- At Kay Jewelers, for $5,459.99, as of our latest check.