What is Moissanite Jewelry?

What is Moissanite?

Henri Moissan discovered Moissanite in 1893 while investigating rock samples from a meteor crater in Arizona. Moissanite is extremely uncommon in its natural state, occurring only in a few rocks and meteorites. Moissanite is even more scarce than diamonds!

What is the Difference Between Moissanite and Diamonds?

Moissanite's crystalline structure, like that of diamonds, is kept together by strong covalent bonding. Moissanite has a Mohs hardness of 9.25, which implies that diamonds are the only thing that can scratch it. The refractive index of Moissanite is 2.65 (diamond is 2.42). This indicates that moissanite jewelry shines even brighter than real diamond jewelry! If you want blinged-out jewelry, moissanite is your best choice!

Moissanite is so close to diamonds that most jewellers and specialists couldn't tell them apart until recently. This creates a major problem in the diamond industry, since stones that cost only a few thousand dollars may now pass for millions of dollars! The thermal conductivity of the stone is measured using a standard diamond tester on the consumer market, such as the Diamond Selector II or the Gemoro Ultratester. Moissanite jewelry passes the diamond testing since the thermal conductivity is so comparable! However, more sophisticated testing equipment now distinguishes moissanites from real diamonds!

Moissanite appears to be similar to genuine diamonds to the human eye! To the majority of testers, it appears to be the same. Many consumers who purchased jewelry from Harlembling's moissanite collection reported taking the goods to a pawn shop or jewelry store and the owners mistaking it for a genuine diamond! When many hip hop artists and celebrities began wearing moissanite instead of genuine diamonds, moissanite jewelry became immensely popular... After all, who cares if no one knows? Moissanite was also brought to the world's attention by TikTok user jexif, a.k.a. Diamond Tester Kid, who revealed many who were wearing man-made stones... Moissanite, after all, passes the diamond tester!!!

Moissanite Vs Diamond

So, should you go for man-made diamonds (or cz), moissanite, or genuine diamonds? They all have advantages and disadvantages! Moissanite jewelry is the ideal compromise. It's much less expensive than natural diamonds, and unlike man-made stones, it passes the diamond tester.

Moissanite is a gemstone that has just lately become popular in jewelry. It wasn't worth it until recently because the expense was so expensive. Many individuals are still unaware of moissanite jewelry, particularly in the hip hop jewelry industry! As a result, the pricing is still reasonable. As more people become aware of moissanite rings, pendants, and other jewelry, the price will rise, as supply and demand dictate. Because moissanite is a long-lasting gemstone, purchasing one now might be a wise investment.

Harlem Bling's Quality Assured VVS Moissanite

We are delighted to be one of the "original fathers" of the moissanite game at Harlembling. We were the first to bring baguette moissanites into the store. Moissanite is extremely difficult to cut in a baguette form, yet we were able to do it thanks to our cutting-edge gear and skilled jewellers! We've found the greatest moissanites, all of which have GRA certification. All of our stones are of VVS or higher grade and D colour. Above all, they have perfect heart and arrow cuts. Many jewellers and suppliers, particularly in the hip hop jewelry industry, make shortcuts. At Harlembling, our VSS moissanites are cut exactly the same way as natural diamonds, so whether you are getting a moissanite ring, earrings or a watch, it will be iced out and blingy!