By Chatoyer Diamonds: bespoke, Perth-made fine jewellery
Choosing an engagement ring is a once-in-a-lifetime decision. At Chatoyer Diamonds, we design and hand-finish lab grown diamond engagement rings right here in Perth, pairing modern innovation with old-world craftsmanship. If you’re weighing up lab-grown vs mined, here are eight clear, practical reasons our clients choose lab-grown without compromising beauty, durability, or quality.
1) Exceptional Value (More Beauty for Your Budget)
Lab-grown diamonds offer significant value compared to mined stones of the same carat, colour, clarity and cut. That means you can often choose a larger carat weight or higher colour/clarity grade without stretching your budget. For couples comparing diamond engagement rings Perth wide, this value translates directly into a more impressive centre stone, finer setting details, or a custom band upgrade.
2) Ethical & Transparent Sourcing
Our genuine lab grown diamonds are grown in controlled environments using advanced technology, then graded by reputable laboratories (IGI/GIA) to the same standards as mined diamonds. With clear documentation and transparent supply chains, you know exactly what you’re buying.
3) Real Diamonds, Real Durability
Lab-grown diamonds are chemically, physically and optically identical to mined diamonds (carbon crystal, Mohs hardness 10). They’re not simulants (like moissanite or cubic zirconia); they are diamonds just grown with science. That’s why we confidently set them in fine platinum and pure gold for everyday wear.
4) Designed & Hand-Finished in Perth
We specialise in bespoke design and wedding rings in Perth, bringing your vision to life with CAD models, stone options, and specialist guidance. Every ring is hand-finished locally by master jewellers with 20+ years’ experience for superior setting, polish and prong work.
5) Custom Colour, Cut & Carat Options
Because lab-grown stones are more accessible, it’s easier to find your ideal combination from crisp D–F colours to rare, elongated ratios and precise millimetre dimensions. Want knife-edge shoulders, a whisper-thin pavé, or a “floating” bezel? The same budget often covers those special design touches that make a ring truly yours.
6) Future-Friendly Choice
Many clients choose lab-grown for environmental and social reasons. While all jewellery has a footprint, lab-grown production can reduce mining impact and aligns with modern, responsible purchasing. Pair that with Australian-made settings and you have a forward-thinking ring you’ll be proud to wear.
7) Certified Quality & Clear Grading
We provide independent certificates (IGI/GIA) stating your diamond’s 4Cs, measurements, and unique laser inscription. You get all the paperwork you’d expect with a premium diamond purchase just like mined stones.
8) A Cohesive, Upgrade-Friendly Jewellery Wardrobe
Many couples start with an engagement ring and later add diamond stud earrings, eternity bands, or an anniversary pendant. Lab-grown makes it seamless to match colour and clarity across pieces whether you prefer classic studs, lab created diamond jewellery, or even synthetic diamond earrings (a common term for lab-grown) to complete the look.
Common Questions We Hear in Our Perth Studio
- Are lab-grown diamonds “real”?
Yes identical crystal structure and properties to mined diamonds, graded by the same labs.
- Do they hold brilliance over time?
Absolutely. Just like mined diamonds, they keep their fire and sparkle; occasional cleaning keeps them radiant.
- What about resale?
Engagement rings are emotional purchases first. Lab-grown offers incredible upfront value; most clients prefer to invest in better specs and craftsmanship they’ll enjoy every day.
- Can you design matching wedding bands?
Yes, we design wedding rings in Perth to nest perfectly with your engagement ring, from sleek plain bands to pavé or shared-prong eternity styles.
Why Chatoyer Diamonds
- Perth-made, hand-finished quality
- Bespoke design with CAD previews
- Genuine lab grown diamonds, independently certified
- Transparent pricing and guidance
- Aftercare, cleaning and resizing locally