Marquise Moissanite Rings Around Colton, CA

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is a natural mineral classified as silicon carbide, discovered in 1893 in a meteor crater in Arizona by Dr. Henry Moissan.
Several years later, in a research laboratory, scientists have created the unique process to create silicon carbide crystals that are so pure that they can compete any geniune gemstone.

It's also way more affordable than diamonds of comparable shapes and sizes, costing approximately 10% of the price. This is why moissanite is considered one of the best diamond alternative.

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How do moissanite and diamonds compare?

The major distinction between diamonds and moissanite is how they shine. Moissanite has a greater refractive index than diamond. Moissanite has a refractive index of 2.65 versus 2.42 for diamonds. This means it will bring you more shine than a diamond.

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

• Are moissanite rings tacky looking?

  Moissanite rings are far from cheap looking. Because it has comparable characteristics to a diamond, it will retain its brilliance, color, and clarity for a lifetime and beyond.

• Does moissanite lose its sparkle?

  Moissanite will not lose its glitter as time passes. It is as stable as a diamond. Hence it is impossible for a marquise moissanite ring to fade or alter the color with time.

• Do moissanite rings last lifetime?

  Moissanite is a beautiful gemstone that is virtually as hard as a diamond. Moissanite, like diamonds, is eternal.

• Do moissanite rings get scratched easily?

  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 suitable for everyday use, it does not break nor scratch, and will maintain his brightness over time.