Oval Moissanite Engagement Rings Around Belle Glade, FL

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is a natural mineral called silicon carbide, found in 1893 in a meteor crater in Arizona by Dr. Henry Moissan.
Several years later, in a research laboratory, scientists have created the unique way to create silicon carbide crystals that are so pure that they can rival any natural gemstone.

It's also way more affordable than diamonds of equivalent shapes and sizes, costing around 10% of the price. This is why moissanite is viewed as the leading of diamond alternative.

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What is the difference between a diamond and a moissanite?

The biggest difference between diamonds and moissanite is how they sparkle. 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 give you more shine than a diamond.

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

• Are moissanite rings tacky?

  Moissanite rings are certainly not tacky. Moissanite ranks 9.50 on the Mohs Hardness Scale (when diamond ranks 10), which means a moissanite ring is incredibly durable and ideal for daily wear.

• Does moissanite lose its glitter?

  Moissanite will not lose its sparkle with time. It is as stable as a diamond. Consequently it is impossible for an oval moissanite engagement ring to fade or fade the color with time.

• Do moissanite rings last lifetime?

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

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