At Hustedt Jewelers, we’ve been helping couples say yes for over four decades—and the sparkle has never stopped. But with lab-grown diamonds becoming more popular, many of our clients walk in wondering:

What’s the real difference between lab and natural diamonds?

Let’s Break It Down—The Hustedt Way:

💎 The Look:

Can you tell which is which with the naked eye? Most people can’t. Lab-grown diamonds and natural diamonds are chemically and visually identical. Both sparkle brilliantly, both are real carbon crystals—and both can become the center of your forever.

🔬 The Science:

Lab diamonds are created in high-tech laboratories using pressure and heat—essentially mimicking what the Earth does over billions of years, but in just a few weeks. The result? A genuine diamond, born from science.

🌋 The Origin:

Natural diamonds are one of the Earth’s oldest wonders. They’ve taken billions of years to form deep beneath the Earth’s surface. That history makes them rare—and, naturally, more expensive.

💰 The Price Tag:

Lab diamonds can cost significantly less than natural ones. That means if size matters to you (hey, no judgment—we sell bigger diamonds for a reason), a lab-grown diamond might get you more sparkle for your buck.

So… Which Should You Choose?

Here’s the thing: we’re not here to decide for you.

We carry both, because your diamond should reflect your values, your budget, and your story—not our opinion.

We’ve been doing this since 1983. That’s over 40 years of guiding people just like you through the most exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) decisions. Our founder, a master-trained jeweler, passed that legacy on—so when you walk into Hustedt Jewelers, you’re not just shopping…

You’re working with a family who lives and breathes diamonds.

Why Choose Hustedt Jewelers?

Whether you’re just getting started or upgrading your forever piece, we’re here to help you choose the right diamond—for you, not for us.

👉 Visit us in Bloomington or Gibson City. Let’s sit down and explore your options together.

Because at Hustedt Jewelers, we believe:

It’s not about chandeliers. It’s about your diamond.