Is Moissanite A Good Choice? A More Detailed Look At Moissanite - Including A Buying Guide (2020)

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Moissanite is one of the most popular and realistic diamond alternatives available today, but is does have both fans and skeptics. Is Moissanite the right option for you? the answer might be somewhere in this video.
What we are looking in this video is more info than the last video featuring Moissanite (in response to questions and comments, interesting facts, pros and cons, and some buyer info to help if you are looking to buy.

Here is an article I mentioned:

Clear Lab grown gemstone
Simulant and Alternative are not bad terms. not derogatory-just the way to explain they cover the same ground. Meant to share the same spot. Diamonds are still way more know/it’s the “original”
REMEMBER- you can buy whatever you want- that is the beauty of all these options. there are a lot of preference and opinion. I see people get almost angry at others options (like diamond)”they’re overpriced” “they’re expensive”. Guess what——You don’t have to buy it!

Interesting facts.

Can be found in Meteorites. doesn’t seem to be found outside of these instances

Has two different types of crystal structure: Cubic and hexagonal
Cubic is basically more “diamond like”, BUT it can’t be commercially produced at this time. have trouble growing in reasonable sizes and color(more yellow)
Everything available to the average consumer is the hexagonal version. You/we are really only speaking to the hexagonal version when we discuss Moissanite.

YES it IS a diamond “simulant” “Alternative”-not sure why people believe this to be derogatory? That is just how we describe them objectively.
-While it does occur naturally(in rare instances), I don’t know anyone who owns any. it’s basically in a museum. You own a stone that was created, because people love diamonds and want “alternatives.” It doesn’t take away from what it is, it is just What IT IS.

PROS and CONS- to be fair we will start with CONS and end on a positive note

CONS
-Not as hard or tough as diamond. YES it is close, but no cigar. If you compare it directly to diamond, there is still no contest.

PRO and CON?-

Lab grown. Less expensive, more reliable supply, BUT it’s not all sunshine. propionates of Lab Grown say it is more ethical, traceable and

Means it is not natural and some see this as positive while others want the romance, value and rarity of natural stones.

Pros
-Very tough, very hard- still lags behind diamond in my observations
-explain why Moissanite is rated Excellent on many charts vs diamond- very good.

-Inexpensive compared to natural diamond- should more fairly be compared to lab grown diamond, but is still less expensive.
- Can look very good, but remember there are different qualities and there is even less standardized grading than diamond.

IF YOU ARE BUYING-what to watch for.
It has come down in price, but be mindful who you are buying from if you have any concerns other than just price. I have seen a lot of online retailers using Moissanite in the name, only to be selling CZ. —-The ethical and environmental considerations of some manufacturers is basically non existent. they are just selling- as cheap as possible.

Use the same general criteria as you would with diamond 4 Cs. ( i am thinking of making more detailed videos on each of the 4 C s. Let me know if that is something that interests you in the COMMENTS?)

I think dealing with a reputable independent jewelers in best, BUT if you are going to buy online and/or you just want to support the channel I will provide some links below to sources and companies I feel confident in how they operate.

[susanhlavaty]

We replaced my diamond wedding set with a moissanite wedding set after our home was burglarized. I'm in love with my moissanite set. It's so much nicer than my diamond rings. Has much more sparkle.

[murcatus]

I love sparkle, clarity and hardness, for me the only choice is moissanite! I do not want to pay a lot for a diamond only to get it home to lose half it’s value. No blood diamonds for me! Thank you!

[Ironmanu]

The most bling & bang for the buck!... Moissanite has great durability...a better refractive property...a very clean stone...white in color & inexpensive! A colorless & clean stone with a gleem & glimmer that dollar for dollar is...unmatched!!!... Since buying a diamond is NOT for investment purposes, then go for the best shine & shimmer!... Moissanite's my # 1 choice!

[eliseleins]

Thank you for this well balanced video. I've had my moissanite engagement ring for about 11 years and it still looks perfect to me. I'm also planning to buy another sometime soon. However, it's not for everyone and it's important to be informed.

[J_LOVES_ME]

With Moissanite and lab grown diamonds these days, it's really hard to justify spending tens of thousands on a natural diamond. If you spent $1000-$2000 on a nice Moissanite ring and then took the other $20k that you would have spent on a diamond of the same size and invested it.... in 10 years that 20k could easily grow to be $100k (and that is with a very conservative growth - it could actually be much more). Versus if you had to sell that $20k ring in 10 years, plan on getting maybe $8k.

[loriswayne]

I finally got a moissanite ring and omg! Its beautiful.

[FiberTheory]

I was fortunate to find my moissanite wedding set from a company called Kobelli, in California. We paid $1100 for the set, and it looks as good as if it cost thousands of dollars. The moissanite is high enough quality that it still shines brighter than a diamond, and the rest of the halo and pave stones are all diamonds. All of the stones are lab grown, so thankfully they are ethically sourced. But I love my ring and wouldn’t trade it for anything.😇

[emid]

I used to be “natural diamond” person until I learned how mining is affecting earth’s eco system. I recently purchased a moissanite ring and I couldn’t be happier. I own a few diamond jewelry, but honestly, I cannot tell the difference.

[listenthedude]

I can’t help but notice the underlying fear and hate when jewelers talk about Moissanites (not regarding this video specifically). The truth / fact is: Moissanites are the 2. hardest gemstone on earth. Many are colorless (DEF) but have more brilliance and fire than diamonds. You can put it anyway you want, but that’s a far superior stone right there! Lastly: the argument about resale value is bullcrap. You never really sell your engagement ring and if you split up, she doesn’t deserve to make money off it.

[loredanarosimodesti]

I'm so happy that there is a stone better than a mined diamond, so not only the ultra rich can enjoy the sparkles! :)

[dianahuggins]

Hello I just have seen this video now, not realising this video is 2 years old. I am actually watching from Australia, I have seen new stores opening in Australia promoting lab made Diamonds. And promoting these artificial Diamonds as ethical alternative. Now I know there are still real ethical problems around Lab made diamonds. You have open my eyes, thank you so much for this video and all your research.

[parfumextraitfan]

I have a 6.3 carat moissanite for my engagement ring
You can definitely tell it isn’t a diamond, but you can also tell that it isn’t CZ.

[DisHammerhand]

I just got a peacock Moissanite. It's gorgeous! I would love to get a lab grown diamond eventually. I have a 50s vintage natural half carat that's in a really good protective setting. I've worn it since 1982. I'm very happy to have it. I sure as heck could not afford anything like it today.

[Dakiniwoman]

I just got my first two Moissanites and wow... I tell you all my real diamonds are going to be sold now because the Moissanites are more beautiful and so much less costly!

[lucytimmerman]

Interesting thing about moissanite - it turns green when it's hot (like jewelers torch hot) but turns colorless again when it cools. Bet there's some interesting physics there.

[davidiezzi]

When people say moissanite doesn't hold up as well as diamond I always wonder, what is it that's scratching up one of the hardest materials we have access to. Are they throwing moissanites in a drawer full of diamonds or something?

[julie-smkn]

You’re way above average. Super duper knowledgeable. Thanks.

[sabrinamerrick]

I'll buy a Moissanite before I grow a lab grown diamond.

[deniborraccini]

Where would be able to see one in person? The Moisanite that I seen on TV and ads on YouTube are absolutely beautiful. Before making a purchase of one or many, I need to see Moisanite with my own eyes. My lifetime jewelers have of course downplayed the gem. I have purchased many diamonds in the past from including loose stones.
So, I live in the Tri-State area of Philadelphia, South Jersey, and Delaware. Can you recommend to me a place where I can see a nice grade Moisanite in person?
Thanking you in advance.

[feef]

Hello, I am new to your channel and I think it’s great your educating people on different gem stones, I am actually surprised your getting some negative comments when your simply attempting to educate people on different gem stones and seriously let’s face it there is just so very much to learn. One question I would like to ask is 1carat diamond the same size in mossinite gems stones, I have purchased some which have a number printed inside the band a hard like credit card and a certificate with my moisonite stones which makes me feel much better :) yes from reputable GIA……..they are an amazing stone particularly at night they almost flicker like a candle pretty amazing :) many thanks (gal from oz)