Square Moissanite Rings Near Oak Ridge, TN

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 innovative method of making silicon carbide crystals that are so flawless that they can compete any geniune gemstone.

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

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How does moissanite compare to diamonds?

The major visible 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 versus 2.42 for diamonds. This means it will give you more brilliance than a diamond.

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

• Are moissanite rings tacky looking?

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

• Does moissanite lose its glitter?

  Moissanite will not lose its sparkle as time passes. It is as strong as a diamond. For that reason it is impossible for a square moissanite ring to fade or alter the color over time.

• Do moissanite rings last forever?

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

• 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 extremely durable and resistant to scratching and abrasion.