Brian Gavin Diamonds is having promotion again! This time is their Premium Lab diamonds. These diamonds are cut to exacting standards like their natural counterparts and they are graded by GIA, which sets the defacto standards for diamond grading.
With 30% of using promo code 4JULY2430, you can get get a 1.12ct D VVS2 HPHT lab grown diamond at below USD 1,000 (unfortunately, excluding shipping which probably cost around USD 150 to Malaysia). While it is cheaper than some shops that sell high precision cut diamonds, but it won't be cheaper than typical jewellers that offer lab grown diamonds. To be in simpler context, you can probably get IGI graded 1.12ct D VVS2 HPHT lab grown diamond at a price between RM 3000 - RM 4000. If we compare this price to Brian Gavin Diamond's one, which is approximately RM 5400 (including shipping), then the price difference is quite significant.
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Some additional info - lab grown diamond raw material can be grown using HPHT and CVD methods. Usually, HPHT ones will have a higher price. Based on what I have read, HPHT method comes closer to how a natural diamond is grown.
Also, take note that most diamonds from typical jewellers will have IGI grading reports for lab grown diamonds. However, given a choice, I will still go for GIA grading reports as they have more authority. This is provided that the both IGI diamond and GIA diamond are comparable in terms of cut quality. If the GIA diamond has a terrible cut, then I would rather go with an IGI diamond with a better cut, after all, I usually just advise people to follow what is stated in the grading reports.
Now, in our case here, we have 2 things that can win over a typical IGI graded lab grown diamond. First is the cut precision aka hearts and arrows. Second is the GIA grading report. However, once we factor in the price, it may hard to swallow the significant gap in the price difference.
So, it really boils down to what you really want. If you want one of the best possible cut and able to see clearly on how good the cut is, then you probably can opt to buy from Brian Gavin Diamonds. After all, you probably only buy once for engagement ring. If you want to save more and maximize the value of your money, look for typical lab grown diamonds from any jewellers. Do note that it is easier to find better cut lab grown diamonds compared to natural diamonds because cutters usually are more willing to waste more lab grown raw material to achieve a better cut. This is probably because the raw material is much cheaper than its natural counterparts.
