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Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings

Discover Bercotts Jewellers’ stunning collection of lab-grown diamond engagement rings, a chic and sustainable choice for modern UK couples. Our collection features a variety of settings in popular cuts, offering the same sparkle as natural diamonds.

Visit our Glasgow store to see all our lab-grown diamond engagement rings for sale, or shop online with free discreet delivery. Our in-house gemologist is on hand to guide you toward the perfect ring and stone. 

Why Choose Lab-Grown Diamond Rings?

According to The Knot’s wedding study, over half of newly engaged couples are now choosing laboratory diamond engagement rings. Here are just some of the reasons it’s becoming more popular around the world:

  • Affordable option: More cost-effective than natural diamonds, allowing you to maximise size and quality within your budget
  • Same beauty and shine: Lab-grown diamonds are optically identical to mined diamonds
  • Conflict-free: Guaranteed conflict-free, so you can have confidence in your choice, free from concerns around traditional mining practices
  • Advanced technology: Formed using technological processes that replicate the intense heat and pressure found deep within the Earth

Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamonds

Both lab-grown and natural diamonds are genuine diamonds with the same brilliance and durability.

Lab-grown A modern, innovative choice with a more accessible price point
Natural Formed over billions of years, valued for their unique origin

Couples today often choose between lab-grown and natural diamonds based on their values, budget and preferences. Some prefer the ethical connotations or innovation of lab-grown options, while others favour the ancient geological journey of natural stones.

With lab-grown, you get the same beauty, but with a different origin story.

Explore our buyers’ guide on natural vs lab-grown diamonds

Certified & Trustworthy Laboratory Diamonds

At Bercotts, we prioritise ethical sourcing and use only International Gemological Institute (IGI) certified lab-grown diamonds in our designs. The IGI is one of the largest and most trusted independent grading and accreditation services. They consider various factors such as colour and clarity in the grading process.

We carefully match every image of our lab-grown engagement rings for sale to the right stone for accuracy. As diamond innovation evolves, our commitment to transparency remains constant.

Our Collection of Lab Diamond Engagement Rings

Learn more about our lab-grown engagement ring collection, crafted in Scotland by our skilled artisans.

Expertly Cut Stones

Once you’ve chosen a lab-grown diamond engagement ring, you’ll discover the artistry behind each expert cut. Every facet is precisely positioned to maximise brilliance and create that extra sparkle that catches the light from every angle.

We supply a range of shapes, each with a unique character. 

Cut Shape Character & Appeal
Oval Rounded elongated profile Rapidly becoming the most coveted choice, the oval engagement ring is considered a “fancy” diamond shape. Its profile creates the illusion of being larger than other shapes of the same carat weight.
Brilliant Round Classic round The brilliant round-cut lab-grown diamond delivers unmatched brilliance with its expertly crafted 57–58 facets. This timeless cut looks dazzling whether set in a classic solitaire or stacked in a trilogy design.
Radiant Mostly rectangular with square options Radiant cut diamond engagement rings beautifully merge the refined elegance of a rectangular silhouette with the exceptional brilliance of a round cut. The geometric design flatters every hand beautifully.
Emerald Rectangular Emerald cut diamond engagement rings feature a large rectangular shape with a signature step-cut pattern. This sophisticated cut emphasises clarity and the natural sparkle through its broad, open facets and timelessly elegant lines.
Marquise Elongated, oval shape with distinctive pointed tips Popular in vintage-inspired halo designs, marquise-cut lab-grown engagement rings have a refined presence.
Princess Square Princess-cut lab-grown diamonds have contemporary, sharp lines. This modern cut offers effortless style and elegance that speaks to modern couples.
Pear Teardrop Pear-cut lab diamond engagement rings are enhanced by brilliant faceting. This uniquely shaped cut delivers exceptional sparkle while creating a distinctive, elongated appearance.
Heart Heart The eternal symbol of love, heart-shaped lab-made diamond engagement rings feature a perfectly symmetrical silhouette. With graceful curves and radiant sparkle, this cut creates an unmistakably romantic statement piece.

Buyers’ guide: Which diamond shape is right for my lab-grown engagement ring?

Signature Bercotts Styles

Our lab-made diamond engagement rings showcase the most sought-after styles to signify your unique love story with exceptional craftsmanship and design. All these styles are available in platinum, white gold, rose gold and yellow gold.

  • Halo lab-grown diamond engagement rings accentuate the brilliance by surrounding your central diamond with a circle of smaller stones. We stock traditional halos alongside hidden halo designs, where accent stones are cleverly positioned beneath the centre stone for subtle enhancement.
  • Side-stone lab diamond rings feature accent diamonds along the band. This style adds subtle detail while maintaining the focus on your main diamond, whether you’re choosing from our stunning 3ct engagement rings or other carat weights.
  • Solitaire lab-grown diamond rings are sleek with a single magnificent diamond that speaks for itself. This classic style spotlights the purity and brilliance of your lab-grown diamond.
  • Vintage and antique-style lab diamond rings capture the romance of bygone eras through intricate detailing and classic design elements. These pieces blend historical charm with modern durability, for heirloom-quality rings that tell a story of enduring love.
  • Trilogy engagement rings feature three stunning lab-grown diamonds, representing your past, present and future together as a couple. The central diamond takes centre stage, flanked by two complementary stones that create perfect balance and symbolic meaning.

We also create bespoke pieces, for a unique ring that reflects your intended’s tastes and your relationship. Whether designing from scratch or reworking an heirloom, we’ll guide you through all the details and decisions that go into the perfect engagement ring.

Say yes to a flawless fit. Get your free unisex ring sizer in-store or by post, and propose with a lab-grown diamond engagement ring that fits right the first time. 

FAQs — Lab Diamond Rings

It’s natural to have questions about newer concepts, such as engagement rings with lab diamonds. Let’s walk through them together. To get started, read our answers to common questions on this innovative alternative to mined diamonds.

How are lab-grown diamonds created?

Lab-grown diamonds are created using advanced technology that replicates the natural process of diamond formation. The only difference is that instead of taking billions of years underground, these diamonds form in weeks using two primary methods:

  • CVD (chemical vapour deposition): A diamond seed is placed in a chamber with carbon-rich gas at extremely high temperatures. The carbon particles attach to the seed and crystallise into a diamond. This method typically produces higher-quality gems.
  • HPHT (high-pressure high temperature): Electric pulses compress pure carbon in a metal cube under intense heat and pressure. The carbon breaks down and crystallises into diamond form. While metal traces may be present, they’re typically not visible to the naked eye.

Both methods create authentic diamonds with identical properties to natural diamonds.

What’s the environmental impact of lab-grown diamond rings?

Lab-grown diamonds are generally seen as a more sustainable alternative to mined diamonds, but their impact depends on how they are produced.

  1. Lower overall environmental footprint: Research shows lab-grown diamonds can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mineral waste, and water use compared to traditional mining.
  2. No large-scale mining required: Because they are created in controlled environments, lab-grown diamonds avoid the land disruption and resource-intensive extraction associated with mining.
  3. Efficiency improves with clean energy: When produced using renewable energy, lab-grown diamonds can have very low emissions per carat, making them a lower-impact choice.

As a McKinsey report highlighted, the manufacturing process is energy-intensive, so the environmental benefit depends on whether clean energy or fossil fuels are used.

Like any product, transparency is an important factor when choosing your lab-grown diamond engagement ring.

How much should you spend on a lab-grown diamond engagement ring?

How much to spend on an engagement ring has likely been debated as long as the tradition of proposing with a ring has existed. In his five decades in the industry, Bercotts jeweller David Bercott has heard variations of one to three months’ salary.

Bercott advises that you should spend what you can afford. When you visit Bercotts Jewellers, we help you find the perfect engagement ring at the right price point.

Lab-grown stones are typically between 30% and 70% cheaper than earth-mined diamonds. That means you can buy a diamond ring well within your budget without compromising size, sparkle or quality.

The final cost of your ring will also depend on your chosen metal. We offer various elegant settings in yellow gold, rose gold, white gold and platinum to suit every style and budget.

Still not sure about lab diamond engagement rings? Reach out via WhatsApp, connect on social media, or call our expert support team at 0141 258 3606.

Premium Lab-Created Diamond Engagement Rings for Sale

Bercotts Diamonds is your local independent jeweller in Glasgow, with a reach across the UK. What started as Saul Bercott’s dream in 1904 has become four generations’ worth of innovation and personal service.

Along with one of the largest engagement ring collections in the city, we offer a wider jewellery range, including:

You can also commission custom work for special moments or contact us for jewellery repairs from our Glasgow workshop.

Choose a modern stone that reflects your commitment to clarity and conscience. Shop lab-grown diamond engagement rings with 0% financing for a year. 

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