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Beauty, Affordability and Durability- Moissanite By Charles & Colvard
Beauty, Affordability and Durability- Moissanite By Charles & Colvard Moissanite stones look almost identical to diamonds but are a fraction of the cost. Moissanite is constructed from the chemical, silicon carbide, which has the same chemical composition as the crystal-like substance found only inside meteorites. Moissanite has a more luminous refractive index, more brilliant fire dispersion and greater specific gravity than a mined diamond. A diamond on the Mohs Hardness Scale rates at 10. Moissanite’s hardness is just a fraction lower than a diamond but more than rubies, sapphires, emeralds and even cubic zirconias. You can find a beautiful selection of Moissanite solitaire rings online. These range from $499 for…