Unique Jewel - Moissanite Brilliance - Gemstone Luster

Moissanite's characteristic sparkle is more than just a show of beauty—it's also a testament to the superior science behind the jewel. Moissanite is known for its high refractive index of 2.65, greater even than the refractive index of diamond at 2.42. There is a correlation between a jewel's refractive index and its brilliance. Simplified, the higher the refractive index, the more brilliance the jewel emits. In other words, moissanite's brilliance outrivals diamond's. What's more, moissanite's fire of 0.104 is more than twice that of diamond (0.044). This means that moissanite emits more fire, or flashes of rainbow colored light, than diamond. With more brilliance and fire than that of diamond or any popular jewel, moissanite is truly impressive.

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What is Moissanite - Charles & Colvard Creations

Unique Jewel

Unique Moissanite Gemstones - Fine Jewelry
Moissanite Brilliance - Gemstone Luster
Moissanite Durability - Hard Gemstones

Compare Moissanite

Moissanite versus CZ
Simulants versus Synthetics - Buying Moissanite
Moissanite vs Diamonds

History

Moissanite History - Meteor Gemstones SiC
Crystal Moissanite - Gemology History
Charles and Colvard - Jewelry Industry Leaders
Moissanite Discovered by Henri Moissan
Gemology Industry - Kurt Nassau
Moissanite Jewelry - The Origins of Silicon Carbide

Creating Moissanite

Cultured Diamonds - Natural Gem Crystals
Creating Moissanite - Expertly Crafted Jewels
Moissanite Gemstones - Unique Jewels

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Moissanite Facts - Artificial Gemstone Questions
Facts About Moissanite - Silicon Carbide Not CZ
Moissanite Education - Faux Diamonds
Buying Gemstones - Moissanite Authenticity
Moissanite Glossary - Gemstone Education
Moissanite Resources - Gemstone Research
Charles and Colvard - Creators of Moissanite

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