Education

Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds? An NYC Jeweler's Honest Answer

Yes — chemically, physically, and optically, lab-grown diamonds are diamonds. A NYC Diamond District jeweler explains what's identical, what's different, and how certification protects you.

How to Verify Your IGI Certificate (and What the Laser Inscription Means)

Every certified Zack & Elle diamond comes with an IGI report and a laser-inscribed stone ID. Here's how to look up your report online and confirm your diamond matches it.

Lab-Grown Diamond Price Guide: What 1 to 5 Carats Actually Costs (2026)

Real 2026 prices for IGI-certified lab-grown diamond rings and studs from 1 to 5+ carats — and why buying direct from the maker changes the math.