How To Get The Best Moissanite Rings In India (2024)

FAQs

Which moissanite is the best quality? ›

“There are different grades of moissanite on the market and some are better than others,” says O'Connell. “For the best quality, you want to purchase a colorless stone. You should also look for flawless or very slightly included moissanite gems to get the most fire and brilliance.”

The traditional cone shaped cut with a rounded top contains 58 facets, which allows for maximum light reflection making it the best cut for brilliance, fire and sparkle.

There are three grades of moissanite available today: colorless (D-E-F range), near-colorless (G-H-I range) and with faint hues of color (J-K range).

Moissanite is preferred by many because of their brilliance. The light return of a moissanite is greater than that of a diamond. They emit a sparkle that will shimmer and shine in even under the most dull lights. Moissanite is truly the worlds most brilliant gems.

Round. Of all shapes, round cut moissanite most closely resembles a diamond.

Premium moissanites are nearly colorless and can be compared to a G or H in color on the 4 C's scale, and Super Premium moissanites are colorless, falling within the D-F range. A common thought when considering a moissanite is whether or not the gemstone will pair well with natural diamond accents.

Stone size is entirely personal choice, completely individual to the wearer. As a guide, typically 1.0ct & 1.5ct are most popular for brilliant round cut moissanite engagement ring.

No! Moissanite and diamond are indistinguishable from each other to the naked eye. We are able to create far better quality Moissanite than ever before with the help of huge advancements in technology. SUPERNOVA Moissanite is the most natural looking Moissanite available because in sunlight.

Moissanite does not lose its sparkle, and, with proper love and care, your grandchildren will also be able to enjoy this dazzling gemstone generations on!

While ideal grades can vary by a person's taste, we recommend getting a colorless moissanite with D to F color grades, clarity grades that fall from FL to VS1, and has an Excellent or Very Good cut grade. With these desirable grades, you will be sure to have an exceptionally beautiful moissanite stone.

Can moissanite pass diamond tester? ›

Yes, some diamond simulants can pass a diamond tester.

For example, moissanite, a man made gem, may pass as a diamond on a standard tester pen. This is because moissanite also has very high thermal conductivity! Other diamond simulants, such as CZ, will not pass the tester.

Will Moissanite last forever? Yes it will. Moissanite is a beautiful gemstone that is very hard – a 9.25 on the hardness scale! So, just like a Diamond is forever, so too, is Moissanite.

As the second hardest gemstone on earth, moissanite is extremely durable and highly scratch resistant, making it perfect for everyday wear as your engagement ring stone.

If you get the right moissanite jewelry from the right place, you know that they last as long as a diamond does and they'll never turn yellow or any other color.

Although moissanites are cheap, they aren't valuable. While we usually don't recommend diamonds as an investment (you'll almost always lose money if you ever decide to sell), they do retain some value over the long term and can be passed down as a precious family heirloom — something you can't do with a moissanite.

Brilliance. The most obvious difference between moissanite and diamonds is their brilliance. In general, moissanite may have more brilliance than a diamond. “It has more fire and brilliance than any other gemstone, meaning it has more sparkle,” reveals O'Connell.

SUPERNOVA and Forever ONE Moissanite will always have a higher price point than unbranded ones because of their beauty and heirloom quality.

The higher the refractive index, the more brilliance the jewel emits. Moissanite's dispersion of light is 58% greater than a CZ. Therefore, Moissanite emits more fire, or flashes of rainbow light, than CZ. The luster of Moissanite is 50% higher than that of CZ.

As Moissanite is grown in a laboratory, they do not have the usual cost of digging, shipping and the discovery of a common mineral diamond. So, the Moissanite rings and jewelry cost less per carat than a diamond engagement ring, yet they are a little better. This means a lot of bang for your money.

Do moissanite rings look fake? ›

Moissanite is often compared to diamonds and therefore is often treated as a “fake” diamond or “diamond look-alike” rather than a gemstone in its own right. As it looks very similar and has some similar properties, the use of moissanite in jewellery is discussed as a choice of moissanite vs diamond.

Moissanite Vs Diamond: Size Chart

While Moissanite, like diamonds, is sold by the carat, not all carats are produced equal. Moissanite is approximately 15% lighter than diamond. A 1 carat Moissanite would therefore be larger than a 1-carat diamond.

A 5.5mm width x 5.5mm length square princess cut moissanite is going to be approximately a 1 carat diamond equivalent.

Does Moissanite break easily? Moissanite resists chipping and breaking better than diamond.

Diamond jewelry resells at roughly 25%-35% of its retail value. Moissanite retail value is also much higher than its resale value but the news here is somewhat better, moissanite can be resold for 50%-60% of its purchase cost.

As one of the hardest substances on earth, it is the perfect option for your engagement ring stone. Highly scratch-resistant and sparkly, moissanite stones will never tarnish or become cloudy – and we can guarantee this with a lifetime warranty!

In addition to running the risk of losing your beautiful piece, chlorine and salt water can damage precious metals. Gemstones are exposed to many different elements when you wear them. Because of this, an organic build-up or “film” can occurs on near-colorless gemstones such as moissanite.

Cleaning a Moissanite Ring

Cleaning is necessary for the gemstones to shine and sparkle and its fire to remain. Moissanite tends to get dull from the oil from soaps, cosmetics, skin, and your activities throughout the day. Grease and oil can have much of an impact on them but nothing a quick cleaning can't fix!

Agate is durable and will hold up well as a center stone, and moss agate is no exception. With a typical hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale, it is durable enough for daily wear.

It Does Not Lose Its Color

What makes Moissanite ring to be outstanding is its ability not to lose its color. Moissanite ring has different grades, each with different colors. There is the forever one, which is pure colorless. There is also forever brilliant, which is near-colorless.

Will moissanite cut glass? ›

Moissanite stones are not exactly as hard as a diamond, coming in a 9.25, but that's still plenty hard enough to cut glass and pass the last century's diamond test. In fact, that score makes moissanite the second hardest gemstone, just shy of diamond.

Basic diamond testers generally only test thermal conductivity, so though they will be able to tell your diamond or moissanite apart from other stones, they typically won't be able to pick up the slight difference in conductivity between moissanite and diamonds.

Moissanite engagement rings can be worn in the shower, yes. Your moissanite stone will not be damaged by water on its own. The oil buildup on your ring surface, however, can result from repeatedly washing your hands with soap, conditioner, or shampoo. As a result, your stone will appear dull and filmy.

While moissanite is extremely scratch-resistant, being rated a 9.25, it can potentially be susceptible to damage from an impact. Diamonds, however, while being a popular choice for engagement rings, are rated a 10 in hardness, meaning they are slightly more susceptible to impact damage.

"Chlorine, bleach and other household chemicals will not damage Moissanite gemstones. However prolonged exposure can damage precious metals alloys, and therefore should be avoided."

Mineral hardness is judged by the Mohs scale. At the very top of the scale is diamond, which is a perfect 10. However, moissanite comes in quite close at 9.25. Cubic zirconia is an 8.5, which isn't quite as good.

Decades in the making, Forever One is the most premium moissanite exclusively created, cut and faceted by Charles & Colvard. Grown using a patented process, the quality of Forever One is superior to that of other moissanite brands.

Moissanite is cheaper than diamonds because it is created in a lab. Rather than going through countless hands and endless red tape, it is created on-demand in the exact quantity, quality, and location that the company requests.

Brilliance. The most obvious difference between moissanite and diamonds is their brilliance. In general, moissanite may have more brilliance than a diamond. “It has more fire and brilliance than any other gemstone, meaning it has more sparkle,” reveals O'Connell.

As one of the hardest substances on earth, it is the perfect option for your engagement ring stone. Highly scratch-resistant and sparkly, moissanite stones will never tarnish or become cloudy – and we can guarantee this with a lifetime warranty!

What does VVS1 mean in moissanite? ›

2. VVS1, VVS2: Very, very slightly included. 3. VS1, VS2: Very slightly included.

Stone size is entirely personal choice, completely individual to the wearer. As a guide, typically 1.0ct & 1.5ct are most popular for brilliant round cut moissanite engagement ring.

No! Moissanite and diamond are indistinguishable from each other to the naked eye. We are able to create far better quality Moissanite than ever before with the help of huge advancements in technology. SUPERNOVA Moissanite is the most natural looking Moissanite available because in sunlight.

Will Moissanite last forever? Yes it will. Moissanite is a beautiful gemstone that is very hard – a 9.25 on the hardness scale! So, just like a Diamond is forever, so too, is Moissanite.

Yes, some diamond simulants can pass a diamond tester.

For example, moissanite, a man made gem, may pass as a diamond on a standard tester pen. This is because moissanite also has very high thermal conductivity! Other diamond simulants, such as CZ, will not pass the tester.

Moissanite does not lose its sparkle, and, with proper love and care, your grandchildren will also be able to enjoy this dazzling gemstone generations on!

Yes, moissanite looks very similar to a diamond. It's near-colorless, has a similar refractive index to a diamond and the GIA deems moissanite the closest diamond imitation. Many jewelers consider moissanite a diamond alternative, not an imitation, though you will find plenty of that language on the internet.

Mineral hardness is judged by the Mohs scale. At the very top of the scale is diamond, which is a perfect 10. However, moissanite comes in quite close at 9.25. Cubic zirconia is an 8.5, which isn't quite as good.

However, moissanite is very similar to diamonds in this sense, and we are so confident that your ring will last forever that all of our moissanite comes with a lifetime guarantee. Here is why we know your moissanite will sparkle just as brightly in fifty years.

In addition to running the risk of losing your beautiful piece, chlorine and salt water can damage precious metals. Gemstones are exposed to many different elements when you wear them. Because of this, an organic build-up or “film” can occurs on near-colorless gemstones such as moissanite.

Why is my moissanite not shiny? ›

Cleaning a Moissanite Ring

Cleaning is necessary for the gemstones to shine and sparkle and its fire to remain. Moissanite tends to get dull from the oil from soaps, cosmetics, skin, and your activities throughout the day. Grease and oil can have much of an impact on them but nothing a quick cleaning can't fix!

Yes, you can wear your moissanite engagement ring in the shower. On its own, water will not harm your moissanite stone. However, repeated exposure to soap, shampoo and conditioner can create a build-up of oils on the surface of your ring. This can give your stone a filmy appearance, dulling its sparkle.