FAQ

A lab grown diamond is a real diamond created in a controlled laboratory using the same conditions of heat and pressure that form diamonds in the earth. It is made of pure crystallised carbon and is chemically, physically and optically identical to a mined diamond. The only difference is origin: one is grown in weeks, the other is extracted from the ground over millions of years.

Yes. Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds in every measurable way the same hardness (10 on the Mohs scale), the same brilliance and fire, the same chemical structure. They are not imitations or simulants. Leading laboratories such as GIA and IGI grade them on the same 4Cs scale used for mined diamonds.

The only real difference is how they are formed. A mined diamond is extracted from the earth; a lab grown diamond is created in a laboratory. They share identical chemical composition, hardness, sparkle and durability. The practical differences are ethical and financial: lab grown diamonds are conflict-free by origin and typically cost significantly less for the same size and quality, because there is no mining premium.

There are two methods. CVD (Chemical Vapour Deposition) grows a diamond layer by layer from a carbon-rich gas, while HPHT (High Pressure High Temperature) recreates the intense pressure and heat found deep in the earth. Both produce genuine diamond crystals that are then cut and polished exactly like mined stones.

Yes. A lab grown diamond is just as hard and durable as a mined diamond — a 10 on the Mohs hardness scale so it will not scratch, cloud or fade over time. It is every bit as suitable for an heirloom piece meant to be worn daily and passed down.

Yes, we do. While our focus is certified lab grown diamonds, we also offer moissanite for clients who'd like it just let us know what you have in mind and we'll guide you.

Absolutely it's what we do best. Most Vucceli rings are custom-made: you choose the setting, the diamond shape, carat, colour and clarity, the gold, and every finishing detail. We turn your idea into a 3D render to approve before we craft it, so the final ring is exactly what you imagined.

It comes down to three choices: the setting, the diamond, and the details. We start with a private consultation in person or virtual then create a CAD render of your design. Once you approve it, our jewellers craft the piece by hand, usually within 2–4 weeks. You can bring a sketch, a screenshot, an heirloom or simply a feeling every starting point is welcome.

In most cases, yes. Bring us a photo or screenshot and we'll design a piece inspired by it, made your own with your choice of certified diamond and gold. We'll always make it authentically yours rather than a copy, and often suggest refinements to make it even better.

Often, yes. Many couples reset an heirloom stone or repurpose inherited gold into something new. Bring it to your appointment and we'll assess it and talk through the possibilities together.

Most custom-made pieces are crafted within 2–4 weeks from final design approval. If you're working toward a proposal or wedding date, tell us early and we'll plan the timeline around it.

Our showroom is at the Qubic Center, 8th Floor, in Beirut, Lebanon. It's a private space and we operate by appointment only, so each couple has our full attention in a calm, unhurried setting.

Yes. Vucceli is appointment-only, which lets us give you a private, one-to-one experience with a designer. You can request an appointment through our website, by phone or on WhatsApp, and we'll confirm within one business day.

We talk through what you're looking for diamonds, settings, budget and your story and you can try pieces on and view certified diamonds in person. There's no pressure to decide anything. If you're ready, we begin designing your custom-made piece together.

Yes. We offer virtual consultations for clients anywhere in the world please note these are not video calls. We guide you remotely, sharing diamond options, photos and 3D renders, and ship finished pieces securely worldwide with full certification.

None at all. Appointments are private and completely no-obligation. Many people visit simply to learn about lab grown diamonds and explore ideas before deciding anything.

Because every Vucceli piece is made to order, the price depends on your choices the diamond's carat and quality, the setting, and the gold. Lab grown diamonds remove the mining premium, so your budget reaches considerably further than it would with a mined stone. Rather than quote a flat figure, we design to your budget in your appointment and show you exactly where every part of it goes.

Lab grown diamonds cost less than mined diamonds of the same size and quality because their supply chain is shorter and there's no costly extraction process. You're paying for the diamond itself and the craft around it not the premium attached to mining. That means a larger or higher-quality stone for the same budget.

Because nearly everything we make is custom-made, prices are tailored to each design rather than listed as fixed figures. We give you clear, transparent pricing during your consultation, built around your chosen diamond, setting and budget.

We'll walk you through the available payment options during your appointment. Please ask our team for current details, including any instalment arrangements that may be available.

Yes. Every Vucceli diamond is independently certified by GIA (the Gemological Institute of America) or IGI (the International Gemological Institute). Your certificate documents the exact carat, cut, colour and clarity of your stone, and is yours to keep.

The 4Cs are the four characteristics used to grade every diamond: Cut (how well it's been shaped to reflect light), Colour (how close to colourless it is), Clarity (how few natural inclusions it has), and Carat (its weight). Lab grown diamonds are graded on exactly the same scale as mined diamonds.

Our pieces are crafted in solid 18ct gold available in yellow, white or rose chosen for its richness, durability and feel. It's a precious-metal standard suited to jewelry meant to be worn for a lifetime.

Yes, absolutely. Because they are structurally identical to mined diamonds, they pass all standard thermal and electrical diamond testers perfectly.

Yes. Every Vucceli piece comes with a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects, along with aftercare such as cleaning and professional inspection to keep it in beautiful condition.

Yes, and there are three routes depending on what you want to do.

Upgrade — trade your piece towards something of higher value and we credit 100% of the original receipt value. Exchange — within one year, towards a piece of higher value, at 70%. Resale — we buy qualifying pieces back at 60%, as cash or store credit.

Full conditions are in our warranty and policies.

Yes. We offer a buy-back option on Vucceli pieces, giving you a guaranteed resale value of 60% of the original purchase price a transparency that's rare in fine jewelry.

Lab grown diamonds are valued for the beauty, certification and craft you enjoy from day one rather than as a speculative investment. Vucceli supports the value of your purchase directly through our guaranteed exchange and buy-back programs, so you always know where you stand.

Yes. We securely ship finished pieces to clients worldwide, fully insured and accompanied by their certification. We'll confirm delivery details and timelines with you during your consultation.

Lab grown diamonds and 18ct gold are durable, but a little care keeps them at their best. Clean gently with warm water and a soft brush, store pieces separately to avoid scratches, and bring your piece to us periodically for professional cleaning and inspection under our aftercare.

In most cases, yes. Plain and partially-set rings can usually be resized. Full eternity bands, where diamonds run all the way around, are made precisely to size, so we measure carefully together before crafting. We're always here to help with adjustments.