Style Meets Sustainability: Finding Lab Grown Diamond Engagement Rings in the Chicago Loop

Choosing an engagement ring is one of the most significant and personal decisions you will ever make. Today, more couples than ever are finding that the perfect blend of brilliance, value, and ethical sourcing lies in lab grown diamonds (LGDs). We are proud to offer top-quality lab grown diamonds right here in the Chicago Loop, continuing our tradition of excellence that began in 1939.

If you are dreaming of a stunning engagement ring that aligns with your values and your budget, here’s why our selection of lab grown diamonds is worth a look.

The Rise of the Sustainable Stone

Lab grown diamonds are chemically identical to natural diamonds, made from the same material—carbon. They exhibit the same brilliance, sparkle, and hardness as their mined counterparts. The only real difference is their origin—one is made in nature, and the other is made in a laboratory.

This modern approach to fine jewelry offers several compelling benefits. Opting for a lab grown diamond is seen by many as a sustainable choice, offering the same chemical properties as mined diamonds but through an environmentally-friendly process. They are also customizable, allowing you to choose your desired shape, color, size, and clarity—just like a natural diamond.

Crucially, lab grown diamonds offer excellent value. Because LGDs are generally priced lower, you can acquire a larger-sized, real, gem-quality diamond for a lesser price than a natural stone. This value proposition is highly attractive; in 2024, 52% of surveyed couples reported that their engagement ring featured a lab grown diamond.

Quality Guaranteed: Our Commitment to GIA Certification

While the popularity of lab grown diamonds is soaring, it’s important to understand that not all LGDs are created equal. At M. Martin & Co., we uphold the highest standards, mirroring the strict quality control we apply to our natural diamond inventory. We only carry top-quality lab grown diamonds, ensuring the laboratory takes the necessary time and uses the proper chemical materials in their creation.

To guarantee this quality, we carry large quantities of GIA certified lab grown diamonds. The GIA certification is widely regarded as the best diamond qualification in the industry due to its rigorous and consistent grading.

Our dedication to expertise means that when you visit us, you will meet only with a Graduate Gemologist (GIA)/designer. Our owner, Stan Perkins, is a GIA Graduate Gemologist who personally selects every diamond we sell. We educate you throughout the process so you can make an informed decision and utilize the grading system to your advantage.

Style and Service in the Chicago Loop

We specialize in custom design, ensuring your lab grown diamond can be placed into any setting you desire. We can even reproduce an item from any picture or sketch you bring in. For those preferring to try on rings, we have over 400 rings and mountings in stock for engagement and wedding band buyers—because we never expect you to buy a piece of jewelry based only on a picture.

Since we operate a low-overhead “upstairs” store, we can offer wholesale pricing on quality jewelry directly to the public. Our primary focus is carrying diamonds of the finest cut and polish, which are the most important characteristics for maximizing a diamond’s beauty and brilliance.

If you’re looking for a trusted source for spectacular lab grown diamond engagement rings in the Chicago Loop, we invite you to experience the personalized, professional atmosphere we offer. To begin designing your perfect, sustainable engagement ring, make an appointment today.