Cushion Moissanite Rings Near Pleasant Grove, AL

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is a natural mineral identified as silicon carbide, discovered in 1893 in a meteor crater in Arizona by Dr. Henry Moissan.
Several years later, in a research laboratory, scientists developed the innovative method to produce silicon carbide crystals with such purity that they rival any geniune gemstone.

It's also considerably more affordable than diamonds of identical shapes and sizes, costing just 10% of the price. This is why moissanite is considered the best diamond alternative.

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How do moissanite and diamonds compare?

The main difference between diamonds and moissanite is how they glitter. Moissanite has a greater refractive index than diamond. Moissanite has a refractive index of 2.65 compared to 2.42 for diamonds. This means it will give you more sparkle than a diamond.

You will find below a characteristic comparison table between diamonds and moissanite.

• Are moissanite rings tacky looking?

  Moissanite rings are certainly not cheap looking. Because it has comparable characteristics to a diamond, it will preserve its brilliance, color, and clarity for a lifetime and beyond.

• Does moissanite lose its shine?

  Moissanite will not lose its glitter with time. It is as permanent as a diamond. That is why it is impossible for a cushion moissanite ring to lose or fade the color with time.

• Do moissanite rings last lifetime?

  Moissanite is a gorgeous gemstone that is nearly as hard as a diamond. Moissanite, just like diamonds, will last forever.

• Are moissanite rings easily chipped?

  The MOH scale has a range from 0 to 10, with 10 being the hardest mineral. Moissanite has a hardness of 9.5, while diamonds have a hardness of 10. This means that moissanite is very durable and extremely resistant to scratching and abrasion.