

While most people opt for natural sapphires, this comes with a high price tag. This makes them exceedingly rare, unique, and highly sought after. Natural sapphires are formed naturally over millions of years, under exacting conditions. Why Are Synthetic Sapphires Growing in Popularity? In this guide, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of synthetic sapphire, and why they make a great choice in jewelry.

While often mistakenly called ‘fake’ sapphires, synthetic sapphires are real sapphires, as they’re identical chemically, physically, and optically. Synthetic sapphires, also called lab-created or manmade sapphires, are becoming increasingly popular as more people move towards affordable and sustainable gemstone options.
