Moissanite, the sort of Moissanite which appears in
jewellers, is a man-made crystal which imitates some gems found in a meteorite
in the late nineteenth century. The star-crystal is too rare to be used in the
jewellery industry, but the synthetic imitation has been in use since the 1990s.
Moissanite pendants and other jewellery are very popular, due to their use by
movie stars and models, as well as by its relative cheapness and its closeness
to diamonds. The crystal can be cut into any of the usual gemstone styles, and
used to fashion Moissanite earrings or rings.
Although Moissanite has been seen as a diamond replacement by some jewellers,
the crystal is beautiful in its own right, and many people like the fire and
brilliance which Moissanite has, which can be twice as much as a natural
diamond. Moissanite wedding bands are exceptionally desirable, as they combine
the glitz and elegance of the traditional diamond ring with the reasonable
price and extra sparkle of the Moissanite. Even a normally expensive ring set
in precious metal can become much cheaper if the man-made crystal is used; a
platinum Moissanite ring is a great alternative to the expense of a diamond.
As Moissanite has become more popular in recent years, the
crystal is now being used regularly in different styles of jewellery, and it is
relatively easy now to find Moissanite pendants and Moissanite earrings
available. The gem is still limited to selected sellers, though it seems
unlikely that the company will stop producing it soon. Despite the availability
of the stone, commentators are noticing Moissanite's fashionable status, and
the glamour which is now being associated with it, and predicting that
Moissanite may well become a valuable item in time.
Like a diamond, Moissanite is a very hard stone, with a
hardness value almost equal to that of diamonds. This makes it very
scratch-resistant, and therefore Moissanite is a long-lasting, durable crystal.
The natural colour of the gem is unlikely to fade or change with time, unlike
other coloured synthetic stones, so buyers can be sure that Moissanite will
retain its fire and luster for as long as they wear it. This is essential in a
wedding band, but also holds true for other jewellery such as pendants and
bracelets. Moissanite is a cost-effective and durable alternative to any
traditional white gem, so when your budget is out of diamond's price range
Moissanite will be your best alternative.
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