1 Carat Asscher Cut Platinum Lab Diamond Ring+ 1.0-Carat Asscher Lab Created Diamond

Yes. The FTC updated its definition of diamond in 2018 to remove the word natural, recognizing that lab diamonds meet every scientific criterion to be called a diamond. They are not simulants, not imitations, and not glass. They are diamonds, grown in a lab rather than mined from the ground.

Platinum is rarer than gold and requires more of it in the ring due to its density. It is also more labor-intensive to work with, requiring specialized tools and expertise. A platinum engagement ring typically costs 40 to 60 percent more than an equivalent white gold ring. For many buyers, the long-term durability and no-maintenance finish justify the premium. One carat is where tradition meets accessibility. It was the gold standard long before larger stones became affordable through lab-grown technology.

Platinum is 95% pure, naturally white, and never requires replating, which means the bright, cool tone will stay consistent for decades. For an Asscher cut, whose open step-cut facets can pick up color from the setting, platinum's neutral white keeps the stone looking its cleanest. It is also the most durable precious metal, ideal for a ring worn every day.

Yes. Like other step cuts, the Asscher's open table facet makes inclusions and color more visible than in brilliant cuts, which use sparkle to hide imperfections. For a clean-looking Asscher cut, VS2 or better clarity is typically recommended. The stone should be viewed in person or with high-quality video to assess how it looks in natural light.

Platinum is 95% pure, naturally white, and never needs rhodium plating, making it the most durable precious metal setting for a 1 carat asscher cut lab diamond. Do Amore sources recycled platinum and conflict-free lab-grown stones, keeping the entire ring aligned with their ethical standards. Every sale funds one person's clean water through their partner charity: water, an impact you can track with GPS coordinates at doamore.com/impact.