A stunning pair of round brilliant IGI certified lab grown 2 1/4 carat total weight (J Color, SI2 Clarity) diamonds are pristinely set on classic 4 prong basket set solitaire earrings crafted in 14K white gold with screw back posts. Lab diamonds consist of the same chemical and physical properties as natural diamonds, but instead of growing over thousands of years in the earth's crust, lab diamonds are grown at warp speed in a laboratory that replicates the natural growth process within weeks instead of centuries. The result is a lab grown diamond that shares the same optical and carbon crystal structure as a natural diamond and can usually only be distinguished from a natural diamond by using specialized testing equipment which recognizes trace elements like nitrogen. Cubic zirconia or moissanite for example, do not share any of the chemical or physical carbon properties as a natural diamond and thus can be distinguished by the naked eye as an imitation diamond. Whether using the HPHT or CVD method when creating diamonds in a laboratory, the process is much more sustainable and environmentally conscience than the traditional mining methods of moving huge amounts of earth in search of high grade diamonds. These Excellent cut diamonds weighing approximately 1 1/10 carat each rate with a minimum color of J and a minimum clarity of SI2 and come with individual independent certification from the International Gemological Institute (IGI) detailing diamond quality, carat weight and characteristics. An exceptional pair of certified lab created diamond solitaire stud earrings sure to be treasured forever.