- Is a lab-grown diamond a real diamond?
- Yes. It has the same carbon crystal structure, hardness and sparkle as a mined diamond. The difference is origin: it was grown in a lab rather than dug from the ground.
- How does this compare with a mined-diamond ring of the same size?
- A mined 3-carat center stone of similar clarity costs several times more. This ring gives you the size and look for far less, but a mined stone holds resale value that a lab-grown one does not.
- Will the SI1–SI2 clarity be visible?
- Usually not to the naked eye. Inclusions may show under close inspection or a loupe, especially in a stone this size. Ask for the certificate and check the plot before buying.
- Is a princess cut durable for daily wear?
- The flat table is strong, but the four sharp corners are the weak point. A prong at each corner, as here, helps, and a bezel or corner-protecting setting is safer for very active wearers.
- Does 14K white gold need maintenance?
- Yes. White gold is rhodium-plated for a bright white finish, and the plating wears over time. Re-plating every year or two keeps it looking new.
- What comes with the ring?
- A Zales ring box and the diamond certificate for the center stone. Confirm the certificate and any warranty terms with the store before ordering.
- Where is the Zales 4 CT. T.w. Princess-Cut Certified Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Ring 14K White Gold cheapest?
- At Zales, for $3,599.98, as of our latest check.