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Depth percentage is one of the more technical details that separates a great round diamond from an average one. Cut too shallow, and light leaks out the bottom instead of reflecting upward; cut too deep, and the stone can look smaller than its actual carat weight suggests from above and lose some of its spread across the finger. Getting this balance right is what separates a lab grown diamond that dazzles from one that simply looks adequate.
Our example here is a 0.30-carat, IGI-certified, Very Good cut, G color, VVS2 clarity lab grown round diamond, priced around $123. Clarity carries real weight in this pricing, since VVS2 keeps the stone looking flawless even though the color grade sits one step below fully colorless and reads slightly warmer under certain lighting conditions and settings.
A ‘Very Good’ cut grade still delivers strong, lively sparkle, just with marginally less precision than a top ‘Ideal’ grade. For many buyers, the visual difference between the two is subtle enough that the savings make sense, especially at this carat weight and price point, where every dollar saved can go toward a larger lab created diamond instead.
Setting security is worth considering for a stone you’ll wear daily. Reinforced prongs or a slightly recessed mount can help protect the lab grown round diamond’s girdle from everyday bumps without sacrificing much visible sparkle or brilliance across the board.
Loose Grown Diamond offers full customization on lab-created round diamonds as well. Whatever combination of carat, clarity, or cut grade you have in mind, share the details, and our team will source or cut a stone to match. Reference photos are always welcome if you want to point us toward a very specific look.
Yes, G color lab grown diamonds offer excellent quality with a near-colorless appearance, strong brilliance, and great value.
They offer a near-colorless appearance without the premium price of D-F colors.
G color lab grown diamonds look stunning in various sizes, with 1 to 2 carats being popular choices for engagement rings.
Yes, G color diamonds are a great choice, offering beautiful sparkle, a near-colorless appearance, and timeless elegance.
VS1 to VS2 clarity grades pair well with G color diamonds, offering excellent brilliance and a clean appearance.
Round G color diamonds pair beautifully with solitaire, halo, pavé, and classic four- or six-prong settings.
2-carat round-cut diamond prices usually range from $400 or more per carat, depending on the cut, color, clarity, and certification.
