Moissanite stone is a similar stone like diamond. Its jewellery looks beautiful and attractive. Anyone can wear it; there is no side effect of wearing moissanite stone.
With a 9.25-9.5 hardness rating, you can also be sure that your moissanite stone is extremely durable and perfectly suited for everyday wear. With such durability, your stone will also remain as brilliant and sparkly as the first day you received it – and this we can guarantee!
When lab created Moissanites became available on the market around 1980, jewelers had mutual interests to not mass release this gemstone into the market. Jewelers were aware of Moissanites but had all refused to sell or educate consumers on this gem since it would interfere with sales on highly profitable Diamonds.
Similar to Natural Diamond, Moissanite is not radioactive and are the most durable gems on earth.
To prevent damage to your Moissanite jewelry, it is advisable to avoid wearing them while playing sports or engaging in any form of rough work, including working out in a gym. Despite being the most durable natural crystal structure, Moissanites can still chip when subjected to a hard blow along its grain.
With a 9.25-9.5 ranking on the Mohs hardness scale, moissanite is one of the most durable substances on earth and is highly scratch resistant – making it perfect for daily wear.
Classic Moissanite (the yellowish-green one) is much less expensive than colorless and near-colorless Moissanite. Simply, it's just not as pretty! Also, lesser quality Moissanite isn't cut very well. I've even seen low-end Moissanite be cut the wrong direction, so all its facets look doubled head on!
As you can see, a moissanite stone is a much cheaper and more ethical choice than a diamond. Not only do the two have very similar properties, but moissanite is also more environmentally friendly. If you are looking for an affordable alternative to a diamond, visit our store today.
Moissanite also has the most brilliance of any gem in the world. Brilliance is measured by the amount of light reflected back at your eye. In other words, moissanite is measurably more beautiful than diamonds. In addition to its surface toughness, moissanite can also withstand much higher temperatures than diamonds.
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.
We've got good news for you: moissanite does not get cloudy! However, chemical buildup and dirt can start to dull its shine; same as with diamonds and other precious stones. If you keep your moissanite clean, it'll be crystal clear forever.
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Because of its superior hardness and great refractive index, Moissanite stands the test of time. Unlike a CZ (a less beautiful diamond simulant), you never have to worry about Moissanite becoming dull, losing its brilliance, or getting foggy. It will be beautiful and bright forever!
You become joyful, optimistic, and prosperous as a result of wearing Moissanite stone. Moissanite encourages you to set greater goals and accomplish success and recognition in your industry of choice. Your personality becomes more endearing, likeable, and magnificent.
Yes, some diamond simulants can pass a diamond tester.
For example, moissanite, a man made gem, may pass as a diamond on a standard tester pen. This is because moissanite also has very high thermal conductivity! Other diamond simulants, such as CZ, will not pass the tester.
Additionally, this gem is less costly than diamonds. For instance, moissanite engagement rings are less expensive than diamond engagement rings. The stone is also produced in a lab, which is more morally and ecologically sound than diamond. As a consequence, for the same reason, many people favor it over diamonds.
Diamond Testing
To a trained professional, moissanite can usually be identified by its distinctive fire. However, this is not an exact science and some professional gemological equipment will be needed to truly tell the difference between a moissanite and diamond. This is where a diamond tester comes in.
Moissanite is a more enduring gemstone than cubic zirconia, creating it a foremost choice for engagement rings. Because of its high refractive index, the light will be remembered more brightly from its surface due to its arrangement.
Diamonds are slightly harder than moissanite. Moissanite ranks 9.25 on the Mohs scale, while diamonds rank 10 on the Mohs scale. While diamonds are slightly harder, moissanite has more fire and brilliance. Moissanite has a refractive index of 2.65-2.69, while diamonds have a refractive index of 2.42.
Can a jeweler identify moissanite? Certainly, a skilled jeweler or gemologist ought to be able to recognize moissanite. Even though moissanite and diamond can appear to be quite similar, a skilled professional can recognize a few variances.
As one of the hardest substances on earth, it is the perfect option for your engagement ring stone. Highly scratch-resistant and sparkly, moissanite stones will never tarnish or become cloudy – and we can guarantee this with a lifetime warranty!
Moissanite is a lot more eco-friendly and affordable to make, which means they are less expensive to buy. In most other ways, moissanite is just like a diamond. It's transparent, hard, sparkly, and it will last you a lifetime, which is all we need to hear.
Yes, you can wear your moissanite engagement ring in the shower. On its own, water will not harm your moissanite stone. However, repeated exposure to soap, shampoo and conditioner can create a build-up of oils on the surface of your ring. This can give your stone a dull appearance.
While hand sanitizers are not necessarily harmful to your moissanite gemstone, build up of hand sanitizer solution may have your stone looking dull, like it has less sparkle than normal. A formula of mild soap and water or our MOISSY FOAM CLEANER will get your piece sparkly again!