
Moissanite Engagement Rings
In the book Diamond Ring Buying Guide, the author discusses the different factors to consider when purchasing a diamond engagement ring. The author also discusses the pros and cons of moissanite engagement rings.
Moissanite
Moissanite is a gemstone that is often referred to as a “synthetic diamond” because it has a very similar chemical composition and physical properties to diamond. However, moissanite is actually a naturally occurring mineral that was first discovered in 1893 in a meteorite that crashed in Siberia.
Moissanite is made up of silicon carbide, the same material that makes up cubic zirconia. However, …
