What is Moissonite?

Moissanite is a brilliant gemstone made of silicon carbide, often used as an affordable alternative to diamonds. It was discovered in 1893 by scientist Henri Moissan in a meteorite crater, but natural moissanite is extremely rare. This stone is known for its high hardness (9.25 on the Mohs scale) and intense brilliance, which even displays more fire (rainbow colors) than diamonds.

How is Moissanite made?

Today, moissanite is synthetically produced in laboratories by combining silicon and carbon under extremely high temperatures (over 2000°C) and pressure. This process mimics natural conditions and produces crystals that are then cut into jewelry. It is more environmentally friendly and conflict-free compared to diamond mining.

What does the GRA guarantee mean?

A GRA certificate (Gemological Research Association) is a quality guarantee for moissanite. It confirms its authenticity and assesses the stone based on the 4Cs: color, clarity, cut, and carat weight. This gives buyers certainty about its value.