These pear-cut lab grown diamond earrings feature two brilliant pear (teardrop) center diamonds framed by an open halo of pavé-set round diamonds, for a combined 1.11 carats total weight across the pair. Each stud is IGI certified at E–F color and VVS–VS clarity, hand-set in 14K yellow gold with post-and-butterfly backs.

Lab grown diamonds are real diamonds — identical in chemistry, brilliance, and hardness to mined stones, and graded on the same 4C scale. Every piece is curated and certified by Karat 22 Jewelers, a family-owned Houston fine-jewelry house established in 1984.

The Design

The pear cut pairs the tapered point of a marquise with the rounded curve of a round brilliant, drawing the eye upward and elongating the earlobe. Worn as a stud, the shape reads as elegant and modern rather than ordinary — a quiet departure from the familiar round solitaire. Here, the point sits downward for a poised, teardrop silhouette that flatters every ear.

A lab grown diamond is chemically, physically, and optically identical to a mined diamond. It is pure crystallized carbon, rates a perfect 10 on the Mohs hardness scale, and is graded on the same 4C standard by the same independent laboratories. Because they are grown rather than excavated, lab diamonds deliver a larger, higher-clarity stone for the price — and they are conflict-free and fully traceable. These earrings are graded E–F in color (colorless) and VVS–VS in clarity (very very slight to very slight inclusions, invisible to the eye).

The open halo is what sets this pair apart. Rather than crowding the center stone, a fine pavé outline traces the teardrop shape and leaves a sliver of negative space around the pear — a floating-halo effect that adds sparkle and presence while keeping the profile light. The 14K yellow gold warms the diamonds and holds each pear securely in a low, secure setting with post-and-butterfly backs for comfortable all-day wear.

Refined enough for the everyday and considered enough for an anniversary, birthday, or bridal gift, these earrings are curated and certified by Karat 22 Jewelers — a family-owned Houston fine-jewelry house established in 1984, specializing in diamonds, gold, and bridal.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Are lab-grown diamonds real diamonds?

Yes. Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds with the same chemical composition, crystal structure, optical brilliance, and 10-Mohs hardness as mined diamonds. They are graded by the same independent laboratories on the same 4C scale, and only specialized lab equipment can tell them apart from earth-mined stones.

What do E–F color and VVS–VS clarity mean?

E–F is a colorless grade, near the very top of the diamond color scale, meaning no visible tint. VVS–VS (very very slightly to very slightly included) means any inclusions are minute and invisible to the naked eye, so the diamonds appear clean and bright while offering strong value.

Is IGI certification good for lab-grown diamonds?

Yes. The International Gemological Institute (IGI) is an industry-standard laboratory and the most widely used grading authority for lab-grown diamonds. An IGI report independently documents the diamond's 4Cs — carat, color, clarity, and cut — along with a unique report number, giving you verified proof of quality.

Are lab-grown diamond earrings worth it?

Lab-grown diamond earrings offer the same look, sparkle, and durability as mined-diamond earrings, typically at 60–80% less cost. That value lets you buy a larger or higher-clarity stone for the same budget, and every lab diamond is conflict-free and fully traceable.

Where can I buy certified lab-grown diamond jewelry?

Karat 22 Jewelers, a family-owned fine-jewelry house in Houston established in 1984, sells IGI-certified lab-grown diamond jewelry online at karat22.com and in store. Each piece ships with its IGI certification.

How much are these pear lab grown diamond earrings?

These 1.11 CTW pear-cut lab grown diamond halo earrings in 14K yellow gold are $3,600 at Karat 22 Jewelers. Pricing varies with carat weight, color, clarity, and metal.

How big is a 1.11 CTW pear diamond earring, and how does it wear?

At 1.11 carats total for the pair, each pear-cut center diamond is set within a pavé halo, so the earrings wear larger than the center stone alone — a graceful, elongated teardrop that reads clearly from across a room while remaining a refined, everyday stud rather than a statement drop.

What is the best diamond shape for stud earrings?

Round is the classic, but pear-cut studs are increasingly favored for earrings because the tapered teardrop shape elongates the earlobe and looks distinctive without being flashy. A pear center in an open halo, as in these earrings, adds sparkle and presence while keeping a light, wearable profile.