All about moissanite
Pieces of jewelry are considered to be the most valuable collections of an individual. They are not only known as the precious possession of one but even contribute a lot to the saved treasury of the nations, which contributes to the transaction procedure on international grounds.
Jewelry made of different metals and gemstones involves a lot in the background making of it. Diamond, ruby, sapphire, and emerald are some of the gems used, and nevertheless, we can forget Moissanite, which almost resembles a real mined diamond. So in this article, we will get into this particular gemstone’s depth and its origin, its elegance, and how it is being processed before shaping it into a form of jewelry. Ring Designs made with Moissanite can be a great idea if one wants to evade the traditional path of using a diamond for their jewelry.
THE ORIGIN, VALUATION, AND USAGE OF MOISSANITE:
Before getting into the details of the stone, let us first know how it came into existence. Henri Moissan actually discovered Moissanite in the year 1893 while he was examining the rock samples from a meteor crater that was located in Canyon Diablo, Arizona. The gemstone was termed “moissanite” after Henri Moissan as he discovered the silicon-carbide mineral, which later got the name moissanite.
As mentioned earlier in this article, these gemstones take a lot of time to be ready to get shaped or designed in the form of jewelry, so Moissanite- a rare and extremely remarkable mineral- also involves a lengthy process in its making. A single piece of stone takes a span of two to three months. So to experience the worth or elegance of the stone is appreciable and soothing at the same time. So pairing the custom gold rings with the gemstone moissanite will give it a different look. The stone is found in a similar way to that of diamonds.
Just in a similar way to the lab-grown diamonds, Moissanite is also available in the synthetic form. The availability of synthetic Moissanite is also top-notch. To be more obvious about its valuation or price, it is good to be aware that the artificial Moissanite is comparatively less expensive than the natural one. Be it a natural one or a synthetic one, Moissanite is made of carbon, just like diamonds. Silicon Carbide is used in the making of Moissanite, which is a byproduct of silicon and carbon. The reason for man-made Moissanite is because silicon carbide is rarely found in nature which stands as a reason for the human initiative to make synthetic Moissanite.
Another most interesting fact about Moissanite is that it resembles a diamond. So if one has a low budget for purchasing gemstone paired with an elegant and lustrous metal like gold or platinum, then one can surely opt for Moissanite. The stone does not disappoint one with its elegance as it is very puzzling to differentiate between both diamond and Moissanite. The synthetic Moissanite is often confused with a lab-grown diamond as both shine tremendously with their aura. Still, one thing that should be kept in mind is that the chemical composition of both stones is absolutely different though they look almost similar. And the valuation or price of both diamond and Moissanite varies a lot as no other gemstone can beat the supremacy of naturally earthed diamonds. Though diamond and Moissanite look alike in their appearance, they can be differentiated without making any mistakes as Moissanite always shines more brightly than a real diamond; therefore, looking at its sparkle, one gets to know which one is the real diamond. Just like diamonds, Moissanite also comes in different variations in color, from colorless to yellow and green; it will not fail to mesmerize you with its aura of colors. The idea of designing the custom engagement rings with Moissanite is also a smart move. If it is in some other color other than a colorless one, it adds more tinge of uniqueness and rarity to the piece of jewelry one is wearing.
Moissanite is a great option to be chosen as the alternative to a diamond. According to the Mohs Hardness scale, diamond is the most durable gemstone, with a rating of 10/10 in terms of its durability, whereas Moissanite is 9.5/10. Moissanite is the second close one to diamond when its hardness is compared. Therefore one can use it even for daily wear in their piece of jewelry. Another reason for Moissanite to shine so brightly is because it has a high refractive index; thus, they show an outstanding amount of brilliance and dazzles like a fire.
CONCLUSION:
This article was a precise version of some of the details of Moissanite and even a glimpse regarding its discovery and getting the shape of a designed piece of jewelry. Though the stones almost resemble each other, it still differs greatly if we talk about their chemical composition. The same size of Moissanite will surely cost less compared to a naturally earthed diamond; still, Moissanite serves as a great alternative or a substitute for a real diamond.
