What is Moissanite? Moissanite is a rare, naturally occurring mineral also known as silicon carbide. Named after Nobel Prize-winning chemist Dr. Henri Moissan, moissanite was first discovered in 1893 at the site of a massive meteorite strike in Arizona. Scientists in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina later developed the thermal growing process that creates silicon carbide crystals, which are fashioned into moissanite gemstones. Diamonds are traditional, white gems with sparkle and fire that has made them a sought-after luxury jewelry item both for their beauty and their rarity. But, if you're searching for a gemstone that will stand out from the crowd, look no further than moissanite. Our process not only allows us to offer beautiful, socially° responsible jewelry at an incredible value, but also ensures the quality of your moissanite gems. Chat with us Sij While diamonds are created from the compression of coal and minerals over many hundreds of years in the earth, moissanite comes from the stars. Originally, this rare gem was found in fragments of meteorite in pieces so small that cutting a gemstone from them was impossible. After many years of work this rare, natural mineral was successfully grown in a lab. This process allows Mum Gems to create some of the most brilliant and beautiful colorless gems, rivaling the traditional beauty of diamonds in clarity and size - and outshining diamonds with their brilliance and fire. Moissanite maintain their clarity & sparkle throughout a lifetime just like a diamond. Moissanites are actually more brilliant (Sparkly) than diamonds with 2.65 refractive index - Diamonds are 242. Moissanite is less likely to attract grease or dirt than a diamond and should keep the 'sparkle' longer in between cleanings. Moissanites have a hardness of 9.25 and diamond have 10 on the MOHS scale moissanite are extremely durable. Due to their extremely similar properties, moissanites are often and commonly mistaken for diamonds. Why buy a Moissanite? Moissanite is one of the rarest minerals on earth, so we have recreated moissanite in a lab and crafted them so well by our expert craftsman to give them beauty and brilliance. Moissanite is an eco product and is conflict-free and free from all biases. We prioritize environmental and ethical responsibility in the creation of our moissanite. The beauty and premium quality of our gems, paired with our commitment to our principles, makes forever one moissanite a superior and sustainable. There is no age of moissanite, its luster and brilliance last forever and ever, it very tough and can't be broken. Moissanite is budget friendly and is available at a very low price compare to natural diamond.
