If you've dropped some hints that you're going to propose her, well, she's going to expect a diamond for sure. This is because that's just what's mainstream. It's what everyone goes for! It will definitely give you a thrill rush to go for something unique but what if she loves it a lot more? š Now, now donāt rush down there. Only hop on to the something different train if you know what your girl likes and what she will cherish! Anyone can like a big sized diamond engagement ring. But if she has a strongly rooted set of beliefs, values, a moissanite might be like the best man you could have ever asked for! This has to do with the ethical aspects that come running down with a moissanite.
Moissanite is not for every girl! It's for girls with philosophical thinking. It's for someone who sees all sides and every perspective of a situation. Ask yourself these questions. šÆļø
If your girl gets excited by seeing the sky change colors, it's more than likely that she will enjoy the greys and yellows of this ring! š
Letās weigh the moissanite ring on a pros and cons scale. The discovery of Moissanite was pretty cool as it was discovered in rock samples! But now, it is prepared in labs under specific conditions. So basic ethics are intact when we talk about the production of moissanites.Ā
The ideal fact? Its aesthetics are still very similar to a diamond! Another reason why some people tend to gravitate towards this gem is because of its sparkle! āØ It's known to shine even brighter than a diamond! Moissanite is a very hard substance so it can be compared with a diamond in durability, as well! šŖĀ
Finally, it's your girl who's going to wear this ring and rock it! You shouldn't be worried about other people's impressions. Is Moissanite ethical? If your girl likes it, of course it is! This ethical might have many faces. Like, if your girl is concerned about how anything is produced, under all ethical and well managed conditions. Of course, a moissanite is ethically produced! She will be posting its pictures everywhere and showing it to her friends; however, the other factor of this ethical conundrum lies in if somebody breaks it to her that what she is wearing is not a diamond but diamond lookalike moissanite. That is unethical and trouble for you if you donāt tell her the whole story about why you chose a certain engagement ring.Ā
I hope this could be of help? The āethicalā aspect like the moissanite choice itself is subjective.Ā
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Diamond has a specific intensity of brilliance. If you feel the stone to be too much sparky and brilliant, its definitely a moissanite. Also, a moissanite has a double refraction property. Let me crack the code for you. If you see through the side or the top of the stone, you will see double facets from the opposite side.
If you are not aware of the fire effect, then let me crack it for you as well. Fire effect tells about the breakage of light after passing through the stone. The intensity of fire-y image tends to be stronger in case of moissanite. Diamond seems to be a calmer stone. No doubt why it is mostly a favorite.
The beauty of diamonds lies in their expense and uniqueness. A moissanite is less costly than a diamond. If you're looking at two stones with apparent same size, cut, color and clarity, then the hefty one is the diamond.Ā
These basic differences might not be clear at the first sight. You have to be a little peaky to detect like an actual detector. Time to take out your microscopes as I will be telling some basic tools and tips to identify a moissanite.
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Now I am assuming that you already know what a lab diamond is. However, even if you donāt, what am I here for? I got your back, bro. Lab diamonds are made by scientists in a lab! They have many other names that you may have heard from other people - "engineered diamonds", "synthetic diamonds", "man made diamonds" and much more. You can have a clear idea by these different names that people have many conflicting opinions on them. However, you should never let anyone's opinion come in the way! š
There are many benefits of getting lab created diamonds!Ā
First and foremost - they are environmental friendly. If your girl works for this cause or is a part of any type of campaign which promotes sustainability and taking care of your environment, these gemstones are a great choice! š She will love the fact that you were this thoughtful and give importance to her believes! That's a thumbs up. šĀ
Secondly- Another benefit includes the fact that you can fully track down the origin of lab created diamonds. You will be able to make sure that your diamond didn't support child labor or any wars. It can be very satisfying to know that the gem you're using is conflict free. šĀ
Lastly, not that this matter, but the monetary factor is also there. Now, here again you have to weigh the options. Does she value sentimental value more over monetary value or vice Versa? Or does she vouches for both of these together? Thatās something you usually get to know about a person over time!Ā Ā
Since, lab created diamonds are not as durable as real diamonds. Expect them to lose their quality few years down the line.Many people tend to not understand what a lab grown diamond really is so they end up saying stuff like it's a "fake diamond" etc. š A real diamond is worth a lot of money due to it's rareness. However, lab diamonds can be made whenever requested so they don't have that "one-of-a-kind" magic factor. āļø
Honestly, at the end of the day, this is a matter between you and your spouse. No one's opinions or any facts should come in the way. This type of gemstone will work well for a woman who is an activist and likes to think about the society. Even though, whether it's a real or a synthetic diamond, there are many pros and cons on the society from the production of them both. However, we can choose to agree that a synthetic or lab created diamond is a little better for our environment. Just remember that you know your girl the best and what she believes and talks about. So, you got it! š
Reference: Arden Jewelers
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This comparison is a scientific one. Most of you might not be interested in it. I still want to instill some science in you :p moissanite is composed of silicon carbide while diamond is only carbon. See, how much importance carbon holds. You always thought of it as useless.Ā This chemical composition has to do with the qualities of the gem in your engagement ring.
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Both diamond and moissanite are hard in nature. Want to know some more science? On Mohs scales, diamond is rated as 10 while moissanite as 9.5. Quite a negligible difference, nah? This is the most convincing reason why moissanites can be preferred as they are durable as well.Ā
When it comes to clarity, there is no comparison between diamond and moissanite. There's usually a slight flaw presented in the stone. The maximum you can get in a flawless. In most of the cases, moissanites have more clarity than diamonds.Ā
Most of the moissanites are created in labs. The highest quality diamonds are colorless. Therefore, the color of moissanites is comparable to diamonds.Ā
Sparkle of moissanite is much more than that of diamond. Also, if you see this stone under good lighting, you will observe a more intense sparkle of light due to double refraction property. Letās just skip this science. This will be too much to learn in one day :p All you need to know is that a moissanite sparkles more on any day than a diamond would.Ā
Weight is very important, whether we are talking about humans or stones. Always the game changer, bro, always! Diamonds are heavier in weight, which depicts a stronger outlook of the stone. Moissanites are much lighter in weight. You can decide here easily. Do you want to impress your girl with a heavy stone or the lighter one? I believe, most of the girls will long to have a durable and tough stone in their ring which they want to wear their whole life. In Muggle words, a heavy ring can be a winner for some of us.
This discussion might be a huge help towards the decision about moissanite being a good alternative of diamond or not. Moissanites costs way less than diamonds. Do you want to propose your girl with a less expensive stone? Do you want her to weight the sentimental value more than the monetary value? Well, again, It is all about what you believe in but actually is all about what your woman believes in or what clicks with her. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the mix and match of monetary values with sentimental values. But you have got to see for clues which tells you her inclination! Simple ;)
Moissanites are different from diamonds. It can never be said that they are comparable to diamonds. But we can easily say that they are the nearest best alternative to diamond. the decision about the stone will stay with you for your whole life, like your girl. So choose wisely!
References: Jewelry Notes, CreditDonkey, The Diamond Pro
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The only difference between these and original diamonds is how they're made. Lab-created diamonds are very similar to original ones! They look and feel exactly the same and have been gaining a ton of popularity lately. This is because a lab-created diamond is a very ethical alternative as their origins can be tracked and you can make sure that they're not from any conflict zones. These gemstones are quite environmentally friendly so it's a perfect pick for a girl who is very aware of her surroundings. š If your girl is always taking part in campaigns and is aware of the environmental conditions, she will love this! It will be a very thoughtful gift for her. š¤
Moissanite is a great stone for an engagement ring. This is because it is the second hardest substance after the original diamonds. š You won't have to worry about its durability as it gets a 9.5 on a Moh's scale! It also has a higher refractive index than a diamond so it is more noticeable. However, the color is where it can be a little bit of an issue. Moissanite is a beautiful stone but it can project yellow or grayish hues in some types of lightening. This may be an issue if your girl is always taking pictures for the gram! š However, if you are dating a girl who is chill about stuff like this and won't mind it much, this is a great choice for her! š
Cubic Zirconia is considered to be a very close fit for diamonds. The hardness is lower than a Moissanite with 8.5 on Moh's scale; however, that's still quite durable! This will be a good fit for a girl who likes to look after her things as they are not as durable as a diamond. They can get a little damaged if not taken care of. š Cubic Zirconia has a lower refractive index than a diamond or a Moissanite with being 2.15 on the scale. If the reflection and brilliance is something important to your girl, then Moissanite might be a better choice. The colorlessness can be controlled by the manufacturers. š
White Sapphire is a very well known alternative so you may have heard about this gemstone before. It has been used for years in jewelry and many people love this stone. However, using it in engagement rings is a little rare. They are like a replication of diamonds. And letās just say that not everyone is fond of replications! Corundum is a metal used to make these stones. White Sapphire has a refractive index of 1.77 and cloudy/milky sometimes. This gemstone does score a 9 on the Moh's scale so it is very durable and you won't have to worry about it lasting you a long time. It is a good fit for a girl who doesn't take care of her stuff much as she is quite busy most of the time.Ā
The final decision should be based on what your girl would like. You should take notice of her personality and make this decision. This way you can pass the engagement ring test with flying colors. Best of luck! š„³
Reference: Learning Jewelry
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The sparkle of a diamond is something to die for. We all die for the bright gems in the engagement ring. But do you know what does sparkle do for your girl? Does she like a hint of sparkle or a strong glint? Or who is to say, maybe she is the queen of minimalism and likes no sparkle at all. The famous rule is that almost every girl wants her ring to leave a sparkle even from a mile away. So, one thing is decided, the sparkle is a must for most girls. Moissanites have a jaw-dropping sparkle. Even, the lab-created moissanite have more sparkle than diamonds. Know all of that and much more, below.
The other worry about the engagement ring is that will it last longer? After all, your girl is going to wear it her whole life *fingers crossed*.Ā Moissanites will have the same sparkle and color even after +99 years. You can save it and pass it to your next generations as well. Moissanites rings will prove to be perfect heirlooms. While I have you here on it, you might want to add this line too while proposing her. The idea of growing a family with her, precious!Ā
The probability of breaking a diamond is the same as that of any gem, even a diamond. If the ring will not be taken care of and put under pressure, it will break. Any gem will break under pressure. I can safely tell you that moissanite can prove to be durable if taken care of. Also, the hardness of moissanite is nearly equal to that of diamonds.
The dirt from the environment and oil from the skin can fade the brightness of the stone. The ring must be cleaned regularly to keep itās essence alive and on top of its game! Good news? Cleaning is very simple. If the ring is washed in warm water using a mild soap, it can make the ring free of dirt and oils. You can either do this yourself or pass on the valuable and oh-he-cares-so-much-about-little-things information to your girl. Thatās what we call a win-win ;)
Moissanites pass all the exams which are necessary to qualify to get an appointment as the engagement ring. Although, the experts can differentiate between the diamond and moissanite in a glance. But still, most of the people cannot differentiate between the two stones even after a detailed examination. Hence, you can safely opt for it as a substitute for diamonds. If it does the magic for you, sure, why not.
References: Frugal Rings, Abby Sparks, Do Amore
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Moissanite has been trending as a famous diamond lookalike twin for quite some time now. Truth be told, they come in 9.5 in hardness on Mohās scale. While a diamond scores 10. Hence, itās safe to say that now this lookalike charm of moissanite is majorly based on the shape of the gem. Quick question? Got an inspiration? Does the name David Beckham ring a bell? I bet it does. If you wish to look like him, the first thing you would do is to maintain your shape and figure like him. Pretty smoky, I know right. ;) This is how you spot most diamond lookalike moissanite! The shape matters.Ā
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You should know that an untrained eye can not spot the distinction between a diamond and moissanite that easily. The round hearts and the arrow moissanite has the ideal diamond-like look. This might be a news breaker to you but just having similar characteristics of a diamond is just not enough. I mean you can wear the same perfume as David Beckham but this doesnāt make you look like him! So, yeah. My point. The shape matters! Look out for those moissanites that vibes with your favorite diamond shape.Ā
Say, forĀ instance, your girl loves the elongated oval appeal in a ring. So you can go for a custom elongated oval moissanite for your engagement ring. One stone, two birds.Ā The same is the case with cushion cuts. Aim for a custom elongated cushion cut!
While both diamond and moissanite may have a bit of similar appearance but both are pretty different in terms of
My point, even if you get a diamond looking moissanite, donāt expect it to behave 100% diamond-like characteristics.Ā
Convinced much? Now looking for the most diamond lookalike moissanite options, I have gathered below a few recommendations.Ā
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If she is an Emerald lover, you might want to see this.
For a classic princess cut and in your quest to find a diamond lookalike moissanite, you can also check this.
To cut the long story short, moissanite can be a lovely engagement ring choice! But this choice is totally subjective. For starters, they may be more sparkly for some, and if your girlfriend is pro-minimalism the extra sparkle might be a bit more for her! But on the other hand, if she has a more eco-friendly, activist kind of spirit living inside of her, then brother, you have got a perfect plan to go on with. So, while you may want to look for a definite answer thereās no definite answer. You do what you gotta do to keep your girl on cloud 9. If diamonds does that for you, no questions there. But if she happens to know about other gems, talks about them, appraises them, moissanite is the greatest option. So, understand your girl first before you do the ring search!Ā Ā
References: TheĀ Diamond Pro, Princess Bride Diamonds
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Some of you must be of the view that oh, whatās to know! An engagement ring must have to come with a diamond. It should have the sparkle, the shine, and can win any heart in a jiffy. Well, I hate to be the dream slayer but thatās not the case. Spoiler alert; while most of these stones will look like a diamond from afar but they have differed immensely in value, shape, and beauty of a diamond! This is not just it! There are a lot more other things about cut, carat size, and shapes.
The stone in your engagement ring does the entire magic! So, guess what? I am going to help you navigate to the land of informed decisions. Aye, welcome abode!
It wonāt be wrong to say that a Moissanite gives more or less the same appeal of a diamond as anyone with a Polyjuice potion from Harry Potter would do! Another fun fact; the commercial moissanite, which is whipped up in a laboratory is a rather more famous and closest look-alike to diamond. However, if you have the eye for it, you can spot one major difference! Moissanite is around 30% more refractive as compared to a diamond! In Muggle's words, they sparkle more. And we all know a little sparkle never hurts anyone. So if your girl often picks up the shiniest things while shopping, thatās your hint!
If your girl is into the healing mantra kind of stuff, white topaz is also famous for having healing properties. Plus, you get a bonus point if you know that she has a deep interest in Zodiacs and gems. Boy oh boy, your proposal is going to be golden if you choose to go with a White Topaz if she shares these interests. But, I must tell you one drawback that comes with it. Over time a White Topaz sadly loses its brilliance, it mostly has to do with something we call as high maintenance. It loses its sparkles as the scratches take over its surface! So only go for it, if your girl has OCD and will keep her ring clean at all times. By all times, I mean, all the times there can be.Ā Ā Ā
Although a Cubic Zirconia is an eye-catcher given its distinct and sharp aesthetics it has mixed reviews as it comes to āvalue.ā Since, CZ is actually a lab-developed gem so you surely get a lot of room for different cuts, colors, and sizes. Now coming back to the part of the mixed reviews. Some find it highly appealing given its rainbow-colored sparkle and availability in different colors. While others might find it a drawback in not being able to love extravagantly. Bummer, eh?! Not really. You just have to see if your girl likes to go matching rings and jewelry gems while going out or she likes a neutral solid appeal. Take notes, there.Ā Ā Ā Ā
A white sapphire can also be mistaken as a diamond. They might have a lookalike diamond appearance but thereās a much noticeable twist! HOLDā¦ Here it goes. A white sapphire does not always stay entirely colorless, in bigger diamond carat sizes thatās not hard to miss. So you might see some traces of milky or cloudy appeal! This happens once the stone in the ring gets dirty and looses refraction. So in short, white Sapphires do need a regular sparkling routine.
Though little known, it has been long used as a diamond alternative. Truth be told, it is said to be at 8/10 on a scale of hardness while a diamond is 10/10. It is scratch-resistant, so hereās one worrying thing off your list. But it doesnāt mean that you do the scratch test just to be sure. I would still say to keep a Goeshnite ring safe and clean in a separate space. However, if you zoom in on a Goshenite, you will see very little brilliance or fire as compared to diamonds. So, hereās a clue to buy the kind of ring that brings the right kind of fire to the table. Not just the table you propose your girlfriend at, I mean of course. But she has to spend a lifetime with this ring so choose wisely.Ā Ā
When it comes to making a buying decision in the realm of engagement rings, you really need to have an eye like the eye of Sauron, the all-seeing eye! While you can find many alternatives some natural, some synthetic, but they all mean different to different people. Without a doubt, the real diamond is only the one which is worth the money! The more you pay the best quality diamond you get. But, this notion simply shouldnāt stop you from exploring the different available and famous options. This way, even if you do land at a diamond or moissanite or the other stones, you will be pretty satisfied with your choice. My advice? Make the choice keeping in mind your girlfriendās personality vibing it with each stone and what would it mean to her. Focus on sentimental value, monetary value or will she be rather impressed by both of these in one glass?! Happy to help!Ā Ā
References: The Diamond Pro, Forbes, Enji Studio Jewelry
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