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What is Moissanite?

Guides, stories, and answers about lab-grown diamonds, moissanite, and fine jewellery — written by our atelier.

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Moissanite and the Mohs Hardness Scale

What the Mohs scale is, where moissanite ranks (~9.25), and what that hardness means for everyday wear.

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What the Mohs scale is, where moissanite ranks (~9.25), and what that hardness means for everyday wear.

Why moissanite is an excellent wedding-band choice — durability for daily wear, affordable sparkle, and easy matching.

Whether moissanite clouds over time (it doesn't), what causes temporary dullness, and how to keep it brilliant for life.

Is moissanite durable enough for daily wear? Yes, it ranks just below diamond on the hardness scale, resists scratches, holds its polish,...

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