When we are finally decided to take the next step of committing to our partner, we find ourselves needing to choose the best option that fits our budget: the engagement ring.
We find all kinds of options and prices; in this matter, we can find the option of choosing between a natural diamond or a man-made or lab-grown diamond. In my opinion, I find advantages and disadvantages in either of the two options.
The advantage of lab-grown diamonds is their cost; they can be up to 60 or 70% cheaper than natural diamonds. The disadvantage I see so far, as I write this blog post, is their resale value. I think trying to sell a second-hand diamond would be difficult. Perhaps in the near future, they will find a place in a market that values them.
In the case of a natural diamond, the great advantage is that there is a market that values it for its characteristics, regardless of whether the diamond has passed through many hands; it is always possible to recover a significant part of the investment. The disadvantage compared to a created one is the cost.