How do Pandora’s lab-grown diamonds compare to the real deal?

Great for everyday wear, this delicate bracelet is made up of a partly recycled sterling silver chain and a single lab-created diamond gem that’s set in a teardrop shape. Perfect for taking you from daytime into evening, the simple chain bracelet will add a touch of shimmer to your look. With two holes for adjustments, it’s a comfortable and customisable fit too. While Pandora’s contemporary styles have won popularity with Generation Z, the more classic designs in the lab-grown collection might cement it with others, too.

All the items in the infinite collection have an infinity motif around the diamond, with this necklace complementing the bracelet above. Made from partly recycled gold, the 0.25, 0.5 or one-carat diamond stone set in a twisted teardrop silhouette refracted the light to the same effect as our traditional diamond necklace – with the lab process replicating the crystal lattice-like structure of mined diamonds.

There’s something timeless about a bangle, whether stacked for a bohemian feel or worn alone. This Pandora style boasts a contemporary silhouette, is easily adjustable, simple to clasp on and comfortable to wear. The band is crafted from partly recycled white gold which is elevated by the lab-created 0.15 or 0.25 diamond jewel, set in a twisted infinity motif design.

If your purse stretches, add this timeless gold ring to your collection. Though an investment, the piece feels as luxurious as the price tag suggests, as the gold band, made partially from recycled materials, is awarded nice twisted detailing while the one-carat white gold jewel adds all the bells and whistles. Lightweight to wear, the twisted band accentuates the diamond which looked as shiny and refracting as the real deal. It would also make a lovely lab-grown alternative for an engagement ring.

Matching the silver bracelet and at a similarly more accessible price point, this necklace is a lovely everyday piece. The delicate silver chain (made partially of recycled materials) works well when layered with other pieces, but the stone also speaks for itself.

The lab-grown stone boasted the same shine as our real diamond ring and the few people we asked to compare didn’t notice any difference. And considering they are 40 per cent less costly than mined stones, on average, you can’t go wrong.