Lab-Grown Diamonds in Cyprus: Certified Diamonds for Engagement Rings, Wedding Rings and Custom Jewellery
- Kimonas
- Jul 18
- 11 min read
Lab-grown diamonds have become one of the most important developments in modern jewellery. They offer the appearance, brilliance and durability expected from a diamond while giving couples and jewellery buyers a wider range of options when choosing the size, shape and quality of their stone.
At A. Kimonas Jewellery Workshop in Limassol, we supply certified lab-grown diamonds in Cyprus for engagement rings, wedding rings and every type of custom jewellery. Our expert team can help clients select the right diamond and manufacture the complete piece—from the first design concept to casting, polishing and professional stone setting.
With more than 45 years of experience in jewellery manufacturing, we combine traditional goldsmithing with modern jewellery technology. We serve private clients, couples, jewellery designers, retailers and businesses throughout Cyprus and abroad.
Why Lab-Grown Diamonds in Cyprus Are Becoming So Popular
Lab-grown diamonds are now widely considered for:
Solitaire engagement rings
Diamond wedding and eternity bands
Halo and three-stone rings
Diamond earrings and pendants
Tennis bracelets
Personalised jewellery
B2B jewellery collections
Bespoke gold and silver pieces
Their growing presence is particularly noticeable in engagement jewellery. Many couples want a beautiful centre stone, a modern custom design and independent documentation of the diamond’s characteristics.
The quantity, size and quality of laboratory-grown diamonds available to the jewellery market have developed significantly, and GIA has recorded a substantial increase in lab-grown diamond submissions in recent years.
At Kimonas Jewellery Workshop, clients can choose a certified lab-grown diamond and combine it with a fully customised ring designed around their preferred style, budget, metal and stone specifications.
What Is a Lab-Grown Diamond?
A lab-grown diamond is a diamond created in a controlled technological environment rather than formed through a geological process inside the Earth.
The two principal production methods are:
HPHT: High Pressure, High Temperature
The HPHT process recreates conditions involving very high pressure and temperature, encouraging carbon to crystallise into diamond.
CVD: Chemical Vapour Deposition
During CVD growth, carbon-containing gas is introduced into a controlled chamber. Carbon atoms gradually accumulate on a diamond seed, forming a diamond crystal layer by layer.
Both processes produce diamond material with essentially the same crystal structure and nearly the same chemical, optical and physical properties as natural diamond. Their different growth histories can be identified by specialised gemological laboratories using advanced equipment.
Are Lab-Grown Diamonds Real Diamonds?
Yes. A lab-grown diamond is a real diamond.
It should not be confused with cubic zirconia, glass or moissanite. These materials may imitate the appearance of a diamond, but they do not share its chemical composition and crystal structure.
Lab-grown diamonds consist of carbon arranged in the diamond crystal structure. They possess the brilliance, hardness and optical behaviour associated with diamonds, while their origin is laboratory-grown rather than mined.
Correct disclosure remains important. A stone should be clearly described as lab-grown, laboratory-grown or laboratory-created, rather than presented in a way that could suggest it is a mined natural diamond.
Certified Lab-Grown Diamonds for Complete Confidence
At Kimonas Jewellery Workshop, we can supply lab-grown diamonds accompanied by recognised independent grading documentation, depending on the selected stone and its specifications.
Although consumers often use the word “certificate,” the more precise industry term is generally diamond grading report or laboratory report.
A lab-grown diamond report may include:
Confirmation of laboratory-grown origin
Diamond shape and cutting style
Measurements
Carat weight
Colour assessment
Clarity assessment
Cut or finish information
Polish and symmetry
Fluorescence
Report or identification number
IGI laboratory-grown diamond reports identify the stone’s lab-grown origin and document its shape, measurements and quality characteristics. IGI reports can also be verified through the laboratory’s online report-verification system.
Grading formats can differ between laboratories. From October 2025, GIA introduced a separate Premium and Standard quality-assessment system for qualifying D-to-Z laboratory-grown diamonds, rather than applying exactly the same descriptive nomenclature used for natural diamonds.
Our team can explain the information on the available report so that the client understands exactly what is being selected.
Understanding the 4Cs of Diamond Quality
Diamonds are traditionally evaluated according to four principal quality characteristics:
Cut
Colour
Clarity
Carat weight
These are known internationally as the 4Cs. Together, they provide a structured way to describe and compare diamond quality.
1. Diamond Cut
Cut describes how effectively the diamond has been fashioned and how its facets interact with light.
A well-cut diamond can display:
Brightness
Fire
Scintillation
Balanced proportions
Strong symmetry
A lively, attractive appearance
Cut should not be confused with shape. Shape refers to the diamond’s outline, such as round, oval or pear. Cut relates to the arrangement, angles, proportions and finish of its facets.
For many engagement rings, cut quality is one of the most visually important considerations because it strongly affects sparkle.
2. Diamond Colour
For colourless and near-colourless diamonds, colour grading traditionally evaluates the degree to which the diamond appears free from yellow or brown body colour.
The established GIA natural-diamond scale begins at D, representing colourless, and continues through Z, where progressively more colour is visible.
A higher colour grade is not always necessary for every ring. The appearance of the diamond is also influenced by:
Its shape
Its size
The colour of the setting
Whether it is mounted in white, yellow or rose gold
The client’s personal preferences
A near-colourless diamond can appear beautifully white in a professionally designed setting.
3. Diamond Clarity
Clarity evaluates internal characteristics, known as inclusions, and surface characteristics, known as blemishes.
Factors considered include their:
Size
Number
Position
Nature
Visibility
Contrast or relief
Traditional clarity evaluation is performed under 10× magnification. Many inclusions in higher or medium clarity grades may be difficult or impossible to see without magnification.
The highest clarity grade is not always the most practical choice. For many clients, an “eye-clean” diamond—one without distracting inclusions visible during normal viewing—can offer an excellent balance of appearance and budget.
4. Carat Weight
Carat is a unit of weight, not a direct measurement of visual size.
One diamond carat equals 0.20 grams. However, two diamonds with the same carat weight may appear different in size because of their shape, proportions and depth.
Elongated shapes such as oval, pear and marquise can sometimes appear larger from above than a more compact diamond of the same weight, although overall beauty still depends on proportions and cutting quality.
The Most Popular Lab-Grown Diamond Shapes
People often use “cut” and “shape” interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same.
Shape describes the diamond’s visible outline.Cutting style describes how its facets are arranged.
Round remains the most recognised and popular diamond shape for engagement rings, while fancy shapes provide a more distinctive look. Common engagement-ring shapes include round, oval, cushion, emerald, radiant, pear, princess, marquise and heart.
Round Brilliant
The round brilliant is the classic engagement-ring choice.
Its facet arrangement is designed to deliver strong brilliance and sparkle. It is suitable for solitaire rings, halos, three-stone designs and diamond-set bands.
Best for: timeless engagement rings and maximum classic brilliance.
Oval
Oval diamonds combine brilliant-style sparkle with an elegant elongated silhouette.
Their shape can create a flattering appearance on the finger and may offer a larger face-up presence relative to some more compact shapes of similar weight.
Best for: elegant, modern and romantic engagement rings.
Cushion
Cushion diamonds usually have a square or rectangular outline with softened corners.
They can create a romantic appearance that works particularly well in halo, vintage-inspired and solitaire settings.
Best for: soft, luxurious and vintage-influenced designs.
Emerald
The emerald cut has a rectangular shape and a step-cut facet pattern.
Instead of producing the same type of sparkle as a round brilliant, it creates broad flashes of light and a refined “hall-of-mirrors” appearance. Because of its open facet structure, clarity characteristics may be easier to notice.
Best for: sophisticated, minimalist and Art Deco-inspired rings.
Radiant
Radiant-cut diamonds combine a rectangular or square outline with brilliant-style faceting.
They offer a strong sparkle while retaining a structured, contemporary shape.
Best for: clients who like the outline of an emerald cut but prefer more brilliance.
Pear
The pear shape combines a rounded end with a pointed tip.
It can be worn with the point facing toward or away from the hand and works beautifully in solitaire, halo and pendant designs.
The pointed end should be protected through an appropriately designed setting, often using a V-shaped prong.
Best for: distinctive, elegant and feminine designs.
Princess
The princess cut normally has a square outline with pointed corners and brilliant faceting.
It offers a modern, geometric appearance with strong sparkle.
Best for: contemporary engagement rings and structured designs.
Marquise
The marquise is an elongated diamond with pointed ends.
Its distinctive silhouette can create a striking appearance and visually lengthen the finger. Both points should be protected within the setting.
Best for: bold, elegant and unconventional engagement rings.
Asscher
The Asscher cut has a square outline with cropped corners and step-cut facets.
It provides a geometric, architectural look associated with Art Deco jewellery.
Best for: vintage-inspired and highly structured designs.
Heart
The heart shape is an unmistakable symbol of love.
It requires strong symmetry and careful cutting for the two halves, cleft and point to appear balanced.
Best for: romantic pendants, gifts and highly personalised rings.
Lab-Grown Diamonds Versus Natural Diamonds
The main difference between a lab-grown and natural diamond is their origin.
Lab-Grown Diamond
Created in a controlled manufacturing environment
Commonly produced using HPHT or CVD technology
Has essentially the same crystal structure and nearly the same physical and optical properties as natural diamond
Must be clearly disclosed as laboratory-grown
Can receive an independent laboratory grading or quality report
Can be identified from natural diamond through specialised testing
Natural Diamond
Formed through natural geological processes
Extracted from the Earth
Has natural growth characteristics and geological rarity
Can receive an independent diamond grading report
May carry value connected to rarity, origin and natural formation
A lab-grown diamond is therefore not a “fake” natural diamond. It is a different diamond product with a different origin.
Both can be beautiful, durable and suitable for fine jewellery. The right choice depends on the client’s preferences, priorities, budget and feelings about natural rarity versus modern diamond-growing technology.
Because the two may appear very similar to the unaided eye, reliable disclosure and recognised laboratory documentation are essential.
Lab-Grown Diamond Engagement Rings in Cyprus
Lab-grown diamonds are particularly well suited to custom engagement rings because the centre stone can be selected together with the ring design.
Clients can choose:
Diamond shape
Carat weight
Colour and clarity
Solitaire, halo or three-stone setting
Yellow, white or rose gold
9K, 14K or 18K gold
Pavé or plain band
Hidden halo
Cathedral or low-profile setting
Matching wedding ring
At Kimonas Jewellery Workshop, we do not simply supply a stone and place it into a generic ring.
We can design the complete engagement ring around the diamond’s exact measurements, allowing the proportions, prongs, basket, band and overall height to be adapted properly.
This is particularly important for elongated and pointed shapes such as pear, marquise, oval and emerald, where symmetry, protection and setting design strongly influence the finished appearance.
Lab-Grown Diamonds for Wedding Rings and Eternity Bands
Lab-grown diamonds are also an excellent option for wedding rings.
Popular choices include:
Half-eternity bands
Full-eternity bands
Channel-set wedding rings
Pavé diamond bands
Shared-prong designs
Curved bands designed around an engagement ring
Men’s wedding rings with diamond details
Matching engagement and wedding-ring sets
For a matching set, we can design the wedding ring together with the engagement ring so that both pieces sit comfortably beside one another.
Factors such as stone diameter, band height, spacing, setting security and future maintenance are considered before manufacturing.
Certified Lab-Grown Diamonds for Every Type of Jewellery
In addition to engagement and wedding rings, Kimonas Jewellery Workshop can supply and set lab-grown diamonds in:
Solitaire pendants
Diamond studs
Drop earrings
Tennis bracelets
Tennis necklaces
Crosses and religious jewellery
Name pendants
Anniversary jewellery
Men’s rings and cufflinks
Custom gold and silver designs
B2B jewellery collections
We can source the diamond according to the project and manufacture the surrounding jewellery specifically for it.
Our Complete Jewellery Manufacturing Process
At Kimonas Jewellery Workshop, each custom project follows a professional end-to-end manufacturing process.
1. Consultation and Diamond Selection
We begin by discussing:
The desired jewellery type
Design inspiration
Preferred diamond shape
Carat range
Quality requirements
Metal and gold karat
Budget
Intended use
We then help identify a suitable certified lab-grown diamond and explain the relevant report.
2. Professional 3D Jewellery Design
The jewellery is designed using specialist CAD software.
A precise three-dimensional model allows us to develop:
Accurate stone seats
Secure prongs or bezels
Proper ring dimensions
Comfortable band proportions
Matching wedding rings
Decorative details
Manufacturing tolerances
Clients can review the design direction before production begins.
3. Castable Resin or Wax 3D Printing
After approval, the model is prepared and produced using high-resolution jewellery 3D printing.
The printed castable model reproduces the digital design physically, including the stone setting, dimensions and small details.
4. Wax-Tree Preparation
The printed jewellery models are attached to a central wax structure, commonly called a wax tree.
The arrangement is carefully planned to support controlled metal flow during casting. Sprue positioning, model orientation and spacing can affect the quality of the final castings.
5. Investment and Burnout
The wax tree is placed inside a casting flask and surrounded by specialist investment material.
During the burnout cycle, the printed models are removed, leaving cavities corresponding to the jewellery designs.
6. Casting in Gold or Silver
Molten precious metal is introduced into the prepared mould.
Depending on the project, we can manufacture jewellery in:
9K gold
14K gold
18K gold
22K gold where appropriate
Yellow gold
White gold
Rose gold
Silver 925
Other suitable precious-metal specifications
7. Cleaning, Assembly and Finishing
After casting, the jewellery is removed, cleaned and inspected.
Our team completes the necessary:
Sprue removal
Filing
Sanding
Assembly
Soldering
Surface correction
Pre-polishing
Detail refinement
8. Professional Stone Setting
The lab-grown diamonds are carefully set by our experienced team.
Depending on the design, this may involve:
Prong setting
Bezel setting
Pavé setting
Channel setting
Flush setting
Halo setting
Shared-prong setting
The setting must combine security with elegance. Prongs should protect the stone without appearing unnecessarily heavy, while the diamond should remain properly aligned.
9. Final Polishing and Quality Control
The completed piece is polished and inspected for:
Surface quality
Stone security
Symmetry
Comfort
Ring size
Clasp or connection strength
Final appearance
The result is a professionally manufactured piece ready to be worn, gifted or presented to a client.
Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery for B2C and B2B Clients
We serve both private and professional clients.
For Private Clients
We create:
Custom engagement rings
Wedding rings
Anniversary jewellery
Diamond earrings and pendants
Personalised gifts
Redesigns and replacements
Complete bespoke jewellery pieces
For Businesses and Designers
Our B2B jewellery manufacturing in Cyprus can support:
Jewellery retailers
Independent designers
New jewellery brands
International jewellery professionals
Small-batch collections
Custom client orders
CAD-to-finished-product manufacturing
Services can include diamond sourcing, CAD design, resin printing, casting, finishing, polishing and stone setting.
Serving Limassol, Cyprus and International Communities
A. Kimonas Jewellery Workshop is based in Limassol, Cyprus, and welcomes clients from across the island, including Nicosia, Larnaca, Paphos, Famagusta and surrounding areas.
We also welcome Cyprus’s diverse international community, including Russian, Ukrainian, Israeli and other residents looking for:
Certified lab-grown diamonds in Cyprus
Custom engagement rings in Limassol
Bespoke wedding rings in Cyprus
Professional jewellery manufacturing
Diamond setting and jewellery repairs
B2B jewellery production
Jewellery created from a sketch, photograph or personal idea
Our objective is to make the custom jewellery process clear, professional and personal, regardless of whether the client has a complete design or only an initial idea.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lab-Grown Diamonds in Cyprus
Are lab-grown diamonds suitable for everyday engagement rings?
Yes. Lab-grown diamonds have the hardness and durability associated with diamond. The long-term performance of the ring also depends on professional manufacturing, an appropriate setting and periodic maintenance.
Can a lab-grown diamond be certified?
Yes. Independent gemological laboratories issue reports confirming laboratory-grown origin and documenting relevant characteristics. Report formats and terminology differ between laboratories.
Can you tell the difference between natural and lab-grown diamonds by looking at them?
Usually not reliably. Specialised gemological testing and advanced instruments are used to determine origin.
Is a lab-grown diamond the same as cubic zirconia?
No. Cubic zirconia is a diamond simulant with a different chemical composition and physical properties. A lab-grown diamond has the diamond crystal structure.
What is the most popular shape for a lab-grown engagement ring?
Round brilliant remains the classic and most recognised engagement-ring shape. Oval, cushion, emerald, radiant and pear shapes are also widely considered for contemporary custom rings.
Can Kimonas create a ring around a diamond I already own?
Yes. The stone can be measured and the ring designed around its dimensions, subject to inspection and suitability for the proposed setting.
Can you create a matching wedding band?
Yes. The engagement and wedding rings can be designed together to achieve a coordinated appearance and comfortable fit.
Do you manufacture jewellery for other businesses?
Yes. We provide B2B jewellery manufacturing for designers, retailers, brands and professional clients in Cyprus and abroad.
Create Your Custom Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery in Cyprus
A lab-grown diamond offers a modern way to create meaningful fine jewellery without compromising on brilliance, durability or design freedom.
The stone, however, is only one part of the final result.
A beautiful engagement ring or custom diamond piece also depends on:
The quality of the design
The accuracy of the 3D model
The integrity of the casting
The proportions of the setting
The security of the stones
The quality of the finishing and polishing
The experience of the jewellery manufacturer
At A. Kimonas Jewellery Workshop, we bring all these stages together under one professional process.
From certified diamond selection and CAD jewellery design to 3D printing, wax-tree preparation, precious-metal casting, finishing and expert stone setting, our team can manufacture a complete piece created around your preferences.
A. Kimonas Jewellery Workshop
45+ Years of Jewellery Craftsmanship in Limassol, Cyprus
Custom Jewellery · Engagement Rings · Lab-Grown Diamonds · B2B and B2C Manufacturing
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