About 1 Carat Lab Grown Diamonds
1 Carat Lab Grown Diamonds – Timeless Brilliance, Everyday Luxury, Perfect Balance
1 Carat lab grown diamonds are among the most popular and versatile choices in fine diamond buying. Offering exceptional brilliance, balanced proportions, and an ideal size for engagement rings and everyday jewellery, a 1 carat diamond represents classic elegance with modern value. Created using advanced CVD and HPHT technology, these diamonds share the same chemical composition, durability, and optical beauty as mined diamonds — differing only in their ethical, above-ground origin.
At Variation, every 1 carat diamond is selected for superior brilliance, symmetry, and clarity. Each stone is IGI-certified, ensuring globally recognised grading standards and complete transparency. For buyers seeking a diamond that blends timeless beauty with modern sustainability, 1 Carat lab grown diamonds offer exceptional quality and long-term value.
What Is a 1 Carat Lab Grown Diamond?
A 1 carat diamond weighs 0.20 grams and is considered the benchmark size for engagement rings and sophisticated fine jewellery. When cut with precision, a 1 carat diamond delivers brilliant sparkle and a well-balanced face-up appearance.
Key Characteristics
Balanced face-up size suitable for all jewellery types
High brilliance and fire when proportioned accurately
Ideal for both classic and contemporary settings
Requires precise cutting to optimise light performance
100% real diamond (pure carbon crystal)
Certified by respected international gemological laboratories
1 Carat lab grown diamonds deliver timeless beauty, making them one of the most universally desired diamond sizes.
Why Choose 1 Carat Lab Grown Diamonds from Variation?
Variation is trusted globally for its precision cutting, high-clarity selection, and ethical diamond creation. Each 1 carat diamond undergoes meticulous evaluation to ensure brilliance, symmetry, and superior craftsmanship.
Why Customers Choose Variation
100% real diamonds — never simulants
IGI-certified grading for accuracy and transparency
Superior cut standards for maximum brilliance
Ethical, conflict-free, and environmentally responsible production
Direct-from-manufacturer pricing
Strict selection for clarity, colour, and symmetry
Variation 1 carat diamonds are ideal for buyers seeking exceptional beauty, reliable grading, and honest value.
Diamond Shapes and Varieties Available in 1 Carat Weight
1 Carat diamonds perform beautifully across all shapes, offering a unique balance of size, brilliance, and versatility.
Popular Shapes Offered at Variation
Round Cut – Maximum brilliance and timeless appeal
Oval Cut – Elegant elongation and larger face-up appearance
Emerald Cut – Clean step-cut clarity and refined geometry
Cushion Cut – Romantic, vintage-inspired brilliance
Radiant Cut – Intense sparkle with crisp edges
Pear Cut – Graceful teardrop silhouette
Princess Cut – Modern brilliance with sharp symmetry
Marquise Cut – Regal, elongated shape
Heart Cut – Symbolic and expressive brilliance
Hexagon, Trillion & Unique Shapes – Contemporary geometric aesthetics
Each 1 carat diamond is proportioned carefully to maximise brilliance, light return, and visual harmony.
IGI Certification – Global Standards You Can Trust
Every 1 Carat lab grown diamond from Variation includes an IGI certificate, offering verified grading details and complete transparency.
What the IGI Certificate Verifies
Cut grade and facet precision
Colour grade (D–F)
Clarity grade (VVS1–VS2)
Carat weight
Measurements and proportions
Laser inscription for authenticity
This ensures accuracy, transparency, and globally consistent quality for every certified diamond.
Ethical Brilliance and Responsible Creation
Variation diamonds are grown using environmentally conscious, technologically advanced processes that significantly reduce ecological impact while maintaining exceptional brilliance and consistency.
Our Sustainability Commitments
Zero mining
Traceable, transparent diamond growth
Reduced carbon footprint
Inventory-free, demand-driven production
Honest and transparent pricing
Every 1 carat diamond reflects responsible luxury rooted in innovation and integrity.
Ideal for Engagement Rings, Jewellery Settings and Custom Designs
Although this page highlights loose diamonds, 1 Carat diamonds are frequently chosen for:
Engagement rings
Everyday solitaire rings
Pendants and necklaces
Stud earrings
Fine jewellery and heirloom pieces
Custom jewellery designs
A 1 carat diamond offers perfect versatility — impressive yet wearable, classic yet modern.
Worldwide Shipping and Transparent Value
Variation ships securely to customers across the world, offering trackable delivery and transparent, consistent pricing.
You receive:
IGI-certified 1 Carat diamonds
Direct-from-manufacturer pricing
Consistent global value
Secure, insured international shipping
Premium authenticity documentation
Our pricing is clear, fair, and globally consistent for every customer.
The Future of Modern Luxury
1 Carat lab grown diamonds from Variation embody timeless elegance, superior craftsmanship, and ethical innovation. They offer long-lasting beauty, exceptional brilliance, and reliable value for buyers seeking a classic yet modern diamond.
Explore Variation’s 1 Carat lab grown diamonds today and discover brilliance shaped by precision, sustainability, and elevated artistry.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “1 carat” mean in a Lab Grown diamond? +
“1 carat” refers to the weight of the diamond. A 1 carat Lab Grown diamond weighs exactly the
same as a 1 carat natural diamond — they share identical chemical and physical properties,
making Lab Grown diamonds real diamonds with the same brilliance and quality.
Does 1 carat correspond to size and look alike in different diamond shapes? +
No — while carat refers to weight, the visible size varies by shape. A 1 carat round, oval,
princess, or cushion cut may look slightly different in diameter or surface area despite having
the same weight.
Are 1 carat Lab Grown diamonds as durable as natural 1 carat diamonds? +
Yes — both Lab Grown and natural diamonds share the same hardness and structure. A 1 carat
Lab Grown diamond is equally durable and suitable for everyday jewellery.
Can I get a larger visible size with a 1 carat Lab Grown diamond? +
Yes — Lab Grown diamonds allow more flexibility in choosing well-cut shapes and better
proportions, helping you maximise face-up size and visual impact within the 1 carat range.
Does a 1 carat Lab Grown diamond offer good value compared to mined diamonds? +
Yes. Lab Grown diamonds typically offer better clarity, cut, or colour at similar price
points — giving excellent value, especially in the popular 1 carat segment.
Is a 1 carat Lab Grown diamond certified? +
Yes. 1 carat Lab Grown diamonds are commonly certified by IGI or GIA, ensuring transparency
on cut, colour, clarity, carat weight, and growth method.
Does the shape of a 1 carat diamond affect how it looks on the hand? +
Yes. Shapes like oval, pear, or marquise appear elongated and may look larger, while round or
princess cuts give a more classic appearance.
Are there many options available for 1 carat Lab Grown diamonds? +
Yes. You can choose from multiple shapes, colour grades, clarity grades, and cut qualities —
all within the 1 carat weight category.
Is maintenance different for Lab Grown vs mined 1 carat diamonds? +
No. Maintenance is identical — clean with warm soapy water, avoid harsh chemicals, and check
prongs and settings regularly.
Are 1 carat Lab Grown diamonds good for engagement rings? +
Yes. The 1 carat size offers a strong balance of beauty, visibility, and value — making it a
popular choice for engagement rings and fine jewellery.
Shape Guide
1 Carat Lab Grown Diamonds by Shape
Explore 1 Carat Lab Grown Diamond shapes and compare cut style, face-up presence, and overall brilliance to find the outline that best suits your preference.
The most popular diamond shape with unmatched brilliance and timeless appeal.
Elegant and elongated with a larger face-up appearance than round cuts.
A soft, romantic profile with pillowy edges and beautiful fire.
Step-cut facets and a clean, elegant hall-of-mirrors effect.
A stylish, tapered silhouette that elongates and flatters the hand.
Bold sparkle with clipped corners for a modern and refined silhouette.
A crisp, geometric square shape known for exceptional brilliance.
An elongated outline with pointed ends for strong finger coverage.
A romantic symbol featuring a distinct cleft and rounded lobes.
A bold geometric silhouette for modern, distinctive styling.