Round Moissanite Rings Around Laramie, WY

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is a natural mineral called silicon carbide, found in 1893 in a meteor crater in Arizona by Dr. Henry Moissan.
Many years later, in a research laboratory, scientists have developed the unique process that creates silicon carbide crystals that are so pure that they match any natural gemstone.

It's also considerably more affordable than diamonds of similar shapes and sizes, costing just 10% of the price. This is why moissanite is recognized as the leading of diamond alternative.

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How does moissanite compare to diamonds?

The main visible difference between diamonds and moissanite is how they glitter. Moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamond. Moissanite has a refractive index of 2.65 versus 2.42 for diamonds. This means it will bring you more sparkle than a diamond.

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

• Are moissanite rings tacky?

  Moissanite rings are not at all cheap looking. Moissanite ranks 9.50 on the Mohs Hardness Scale (when diamond ranks 10), which means a moissanite ring is extremely durable and ideal for daily wear.

• Does moissanite lose its glitter?

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

• Do moissanite rings last forever?

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

• Are moissanite rings chipped easily?

  The MOH scale ranges from a 0 to a 10, with a 10 being the hardest mineral. Moissanite is measured at a 9.5 (in comparison, diamonds have a hardness of 10). This means that moissanite is extremely durable and resistant to scratching and abrasion.