Moissanite gems provide consumers with an affordable, high quality alternative to diamonds. The overall characteristics and appearance of moissanite closely mirrors that of a genuine diamond. Gemologists must use specially designed equipment to distinguish moissanite from diamonds.
History
Nobel Prize winner Dr. Henri Moissan discovered the mineral silicon carbide in 1893 while examining samples from a meteor crater in Canyon Diablo, Arizona. In 1905, the mineral was named in his honor.
Creation
The mineral moissanite occurs rarely in nature. Lab-created moissanite is manufactured exclusively by Charles & Colvard for use in jewelry. The company employs a proprietary combination of pressure and heat to create its large crystal moissanite stones.
Benefits
Prices of moissanite stones are a fraction of the price of diamonds of comparable size and quality. A moissanite crystal does not possess the natural flaws inherent in diamonds resulting in a strong, durable gemstone.
Shapes and Sizes
Each moissanite hybrid stone is shaped and faceted by master cutters to resemble real diamond gemstones. Moissanite sells stones by carat weight like their naturally occurring counterparts.
Care
Care for moissanite as you would a real diamond. Steam cleaning by a reputable jeweler restores the jewels to their original fire and brilliance.
0 comments:
Post a Comment