Ethically Sourced Gemstones

About Moissanite

Moissanite is a hidden gem, literally and figuratively! While moissanite is becoming a more popular choice for engagement rings and fine jewelry, still not many have heard of moissanite and it's benefits. Moissanite was discovered in 1893 by Nobel Prize chemist Henri Moissan, who on first look thought it was diamonds. 

Moissanite is a natural gemstone, just like a natural diamond.  It's aesthetics are the same as diamonds - the same sparkle, shine, and colorless beauty. It actually has a higher refractive index than diamonds, meaning there is more brilliance, or "sparkle". It's other properties are so close to diamonds that it is graded as the second hardness gemstone on the hardness scale with a 9.25, and diamonds a 10.  9.25 is an incredible hardness grading, which is good news for jewelry with moissanite.  This means moissanite is very sturdy, hard to chip and scratch. 

Moissanite is also ethically sourced, unlike some diamonds. By choosing a moissanite fine jewelry piece, there is no concern of blood diamonds, or the environmentally hazardous diamond mines that unfortunately are known for using slave labor internationally.  

And, an important note about moissanite, the price point is much lower than diamonds! The average price of moissanite is 90% less than diamonds. Moissanite engagement ring buyers are pleased that they have a high quality fine jewelry piece that can be passed on for generations, while saving a substantial amount of money and thus less stress. If you are looking for the perfect beautiful engagement ring, but want to stick to your budget and avoid environmental and humanitarian damange, look no further than moissanite!