1 Carat Pear Shape 18k Rose Gold Lab Diamond Ring+ 1.0-Carat Pear Lab Created Diamond

Lab diamonds have depreciated in market resale value as production has scaled and prices have dropped. They are best understood as a purchase for love and daily wear rather than an investment. The upside: you get significantly more diamond for your budget compared to a mined equivalent, which many couples find a worthwhile trade-off.

Softer. Higher gold content means less hardening alloy, making 18k rose gold more susceptible to surface scratches than 14k. For a ring worn every day, 14k rose gold is the more practical choice. That said, 18k's higher purity appeals to those who want premium gold content, and it can be polished to restore its surface. The 1 carat mark carries decades of tradition behind it. It remains one of the most requested sizes because it balances presence with elegance perfectly.

A 1 carat lab diamond typically costs between $800 and $2,500 depending on cut, color, and clarity. At 1 carat, this was the average diamond size for many decades before lab-grown diamonds came along, making it a proven, timeless choice. A comparable mined diamond of the same quality can cost $4,000 to $8,000 or more. That gap has widened in recent years as lab diamond production has grown. Lab grown offers significantly more stone for the same budget.

Yes. The pointed tip of a pear cut is its most vulnerable area and should be set in a V-prong or claw-prong that fully encases the point. Without protection, the tip is susceptible to chipping from everyday impacts. Choosing the right setting design is more important with pear cuts than with most other shapes. For years, 1 carat was the aspirational standard. Lab-grown options have made this timeless size even more attainable.

Every Do Amore ring comes with GPS coordinates and photos of the clean water well your purchase helped fund. This 1 carat pear cut lab diamond in 18k rose gold pairs the pear's brilliant teardrop silhouette with a premium rose gold alloy at 75% gold purity. The lab diamond is identical to a mined stone in every measurable way, and all metals are recycled with rings handcrafted in the US.