With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many couples are weighing a big question at the jewellery counter: lab-grown or natural diamonds? Recent testing shows near-identical lab-grown stones can sell for vastly different prices, leaving shoppers confused. Gemologist and accredited appraiser Allan Young joins Liem Vu to break down the key differences, explain why prices can vary so widely, and share practical tips to help consumers shop smart and feel confident about their purchase.