Shopping for Moissanite is an exciting yet somewhat daunting experience – especially when searching online! There seems to be an endless amount of online suppliers and virtually zero physical stores where you can go and see it with your own eyes. If you aren’t quite sure what you’re looking for, there is a risk you […]
If you’ve been looking into Moissanite, you’re probably feeling quite excited! A beautiful gemstone that looks like a diamond, is just as long-lasting, and apparently even sparklier than a diamond?! It sounds too good to be true… but it’s not! Moissanite is an incredible gemstone quickly rising in popularity as it gains recognition for its […]
Moissanite is quickly becoming one of the most popular gemstones used in engagement rings – and for good reason! Incredibly durable, ethical and beautiful, moissanite is the whole package without the extravagant price tag. If you’ve just come across this precious gem, you probably have quite a few questions. Some of the most common questions […]
So you’ve stumbled across moissanite: the mysterious gemstone that’s eco-friendly, conflict-free, as dazzling as a diamond, but significantly less expensive. As a more affordable and ethical choice of stone for an engagement ring, moissanite is undoubtedly the best diamond alternative on the market. However, can moissanite actually be passed off as a fake diamond? And […]
Beautiful, long-lasting and extremely durable, moissanite is a gemstone that is rapidly rising in popularity. With the same lifetime guarantee as a diamond to maintain its fire and brilliance but at the fraction of the cost, it is no wonder why so many couples are choosing moissanite for their engagement ring stone. But how much is a moissanite stone actually worth? Read on to find out!
Moissanite is undoubtedly the best diamond alternative on the market. If you love the look of a diamond engagement ring but can’t afford the whopping price tag or don’t want the ethical dilemma of buying a mined diamond, moissanite is the perfect stone for you. Read on to find out why!
When couples first hear about moissanite, one of the first questions they often ask is whether moissanite is actually worth buying. With the cultural traditions around purchasing a diamond for your engagement ring stone, and the expectation to buy a certain style of ring, it can be intimidating to go against the flow. However, once couples learn about the lasting beauty, cost-effectiveness and conflict-free origins of moissanite, they often fall in love with this precious gemstone and wouldn’t consider using any other stone for their engagement ring.
Like most brides, we understand that you absolutely adore your beautiful ring and would love to be able to wear it every waking minute! However, like all precious gemstones, your moissanite stone is not totally indestructible and will need special care throughout your lifetime to ensure it remains just as sparkly as the day you received it. Luckily, it is very easy to maintain your moissanite engagement ring’s sparkle and we’re here to help you keep your ring sparkling for many years to come!
Although often compared to a diamond for its similar appearance, there is no such thing as a moissanite diamond. In the same way that an emerald or a sapphire is different to a diamond, moissanite is a real gemstone with its own unique beauty and chemical properties. Because it is a lab-grown stone, moissanite is guaranteed to last as long as a diamond but can be sold at a fraction of the price.
When you picture a gemstone such as a moissanite or a diamond, you’re probably picturing a brilliant cut stone. A sparkling, scintillating stone with regular and symmetrical facets. However, in the world of moissanite, a lesser known style of cut is slowly but surely gaining popularity – Crushed Ice.
