Moissanite. What is the difference between moissanite and diamond?

Moissanite was created in laboratory conditions in the early 20th century. In 1893, French chemist Henri Moissan (hence the name of the stone) invented a way to create artificial diamonds by heat treating carbon materials under high pressure. This method was later refined and used to create moissanite, which is a man-made diamond-like crystal.

The difference between moissanite and diamond lies in their origin, chemical composition, hardness, brilliance and price:

1. Origin: Diamonds are natural gemstones formed through natural processes, while moissanite is a man-made stone.

2. Chemical composition: Diamonds are composed of pure carbon, while moissanites may contain various additives to give them a specific color.

3. Hardness: Diamonds are the hardest of all natural materials, measuring 10 on the Mohs hardness scale, while moissanites typically have a hardness of 8 to 8.5.

4. Shine: both stones.

There are several reasons why you might choose moissanite over diamond for jewelry:

1. Price: Moissanites usually cost significantly less than diamonds, making them more accessible to a wide range of consumers.

2. Ethics: Choosing moissanite over diamond may have ethical implications, as moissanite production does not involve the problems of mining and trading conflict diamonds.

3. Variety: Moissanites are available in a wide range of colors and shapes, allowing you to create unique and original jewelry.

4. Durability: Moissanites are highly hard and scratch resistant, making them an excellent choice for everyday wear.

5. Aesthetics: The sparkle and cut of moissanite can be very similar to a diamond, making it an attractive option for those who appreciate the beauty and brilliance of gemstones.

The Jewelry Mystetstvo company accompanies products with moissanites larger than 4 mm in a gift cardboard envelope with a GRA certificate. The GRA certificate is visually similar to the GIA certificate (Gemological Institute of America, which is the best laboratory in the evaluation of diamonds). You will find the number printed on the girdle in the database on the proposed website.