About Moissanite

 

 

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is a rare gemstone originally discovered in a meteorite in 1893. Today, it is carefully lab-created to offer a beautiful, durable, and more accessible alternative to diamonds. Known for its exceptional brilliance — even greater than a diamond — moissanite ranks 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale, making it ideal for everyday wear. 

What is the difference between Moissanite and Lab-Grown Diamonds?

Both are produced by chemists who compound specific elements into an art exuding a brilliance and shine, created for longevity that can be passed down from one generation to the next. 

So what’s the difference between lab-grown diamonds and moissanite? Why get one over the other? Answer: The price. Moissanite looks, and feels like a diamond. It passes the diamond test; even professional jewelers cannot distinguish between the two.

It’s a no brainer- the same look, same envy, same majestic feeling, just at a financially compelling price. You deserve to look like the royal queen that you are. 

What is the difference between Moissanite and Diamonds?

Moissanite vs. Diamond

Feature Moissanite Diamond
Brilliance (Sparkle) Extremely high brilliance with fiery rainbow flashes Bright white sparkle with more subtle fire
Hardness (Durability) 9.25 on the Mohs scale — excellent for daily wear 10 on the Mohs scale — hardest natural gemstone
Appearance Visually nearly identical to diamond Classic, traditional gemstone
Origin Lab-created Naturally mined or lab-grown
Ethics Always conflict-free Can be mined or lab-created
Price Significantly more affordable Significantly higher price point
Value Retention Purchased for beauty and wear Purchased for tradition and rarity

 

What is the difference between Moissanite and Cubic Zirconia (CZ)?

Moissanite is a refined gemstone chosen for its remarkable brilliance, strength, and longevity. Designed for everyday wear, it resists scratching and retains its radiance over time.

Cubic Zirconia is a more temporary material that can dull, scratch, or lose clarity with regular use.

For those seeking understated luxury and lasting beauty, moissanite offers a modern, intentional alternative to traditional stones.