Moissanite is a gemstone born from the stars. The origin of moissanite can be traced back to the remains of a meteorite that fell to Earth over 50,000 years ago. In 1893, French chemist Dr. Henri Moissanitea, Nobel laureate, discovered this new mineral. Thanks to modern technology and continuous research, this precious stone, brighter than diamond, has received the name "Moissanite".
Moissanite has a crazy amount of sparkle. Its refractive index is higher than a natural diamond's, producing more shine and a special kind of fiery rainbow brilliance. While some people go crazy for these sparkles, others turn up their noses at them.
Moissanites are strong, long-lasting gemstones. A moissanite should last for your entire life without losing its appearance or becoming damaged. If you choose a setting that's made from a high-quality metal, a moissanite ring will last for a very long time.
On the Mohs scale of hardness, moissanite scores a 9.25 (diamonds score a 10). This means that moissanite is exceptionally durable and will hold up well against scratches and abrasions. Like diamonds, it's a great stone for everyday wear!
SPECS/STONE | DIAMOND | MOISSANITE |
FIRE COLOR | 0.044 | 0.104 |
GLOSS | 17.2% | 20.4% |
REFRACTION | 2.42 | 2.69 |
HARDNESS | 10 | 9.25 |
Moissanite carries fluorescence as diamonds because of the silicon carbide structure. Another reason is that Moissanite has a more rainbow-colored lights that looks attractive. That's why Moissanite has fluorescence in the ultraviolet rays.
Moissanite is cheaper than diamonds because it is created in a lab. Rather than going through countless hands and endless red tape, it is created on-demand in the exact quantity, quality, and location that the company requests. This is a tremendous cost-savings for jewellery shops and brands.
Most people cannot tell the difference between moissanite and diamonds. The GIA has even stated that moissanite is “much closer to diamond in overall appearance and heft than any previous diamond imitation.”
Moissanite is among the most ethical, sustainable engagement ring choices out there. This is because Moissanite is a man made stone. So, no mining is needed to give you a perfectly brilliant Moissanite.
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