Does moissanite get cloudy?

As one of the hardest substances on earth, it is the perfect option for your engagement ring stone. Highly scratch-resistant and sparkly, moissanite stones will never tarnish or become cloudy – and we can guarantee this with a lifetime warranty!
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Does moissanite cloudy over time?

Does Moissanite become cloudy? Natural mineral called silicon carbide is where Moissanite grown from. Therefore, Moissanite will never become cloudy, discolour or change its appearance. A Moissanite will maintain its brilliance, colour and clarity for a lifetime and beyond.
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How do you clean cloudy moissanite?

Simply soak your ring in warm water with a mild soap and gently scrub with a soft toothbrush or cloth, paying attention to clean those hard to reach areas. Once clean, rinse off any soap residue and dry with a lint-free cloth for a freshly sparkling moissanite ring.
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Does moissanite lose its shine over time?

Moissanite will not lose its sparkle as time passes. The clarity and color of the stone won't change through the years. Dirt and grime are the only common elements that may inhibit a ring's sparkle until it is cleaned. Damaging the surface of moissanite can inhibit sparkle, as it would for any gemstone.
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Does moissanite get dirty easily?

No, Moissanite is its own gemstone.

This means your Moissanite will repel dirt and oil better than a diamond!
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What are the downsides of Moissanite?



Why is my moissanite ring cloudy?

This cloudy look is created by the build-up of dirt, oils and grime from everyday use. For soft stones such as cubic zirconia (which score an 8 on the hardest scale), this build-up is damaging to the stone and creates an irreversible cloudy look.
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What can damage moissanite?

Hard impact along its grain can cause moissanite to chip. It's best to take of your moissanite ring (pendants and earrings are fine) to avoid damage when engaging in physical activities like sports, hiking, gardening and so on.
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Can I wear my moissanite ring everyday?

As the second hardest gemstone on earth, moissanite is extremely durable and highly scratch resistant, making it perfect for everyday wear as your engagement ring stone.
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Do moissanite rings look fake?

Moissanite is often compared to diamonds and therefore is often treated as a “fake” diamond or “diamond look-alike” rather than a gemstone in its own right. As it looks very similar and has some similar properties, the use of moissanite in jewellery is discussed as a choice of moissanite vs diamond.
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Can the average person tell the difference between moissanite and diamond?

Diamond or moissanite? Only a trained eye can tell. Armed only with the naked eye, the best way to see the difference is to have a comparably sized diamond and to compare side-by-side. You'll notice that moissanite and diamonds have different brilliance.
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Can I shower with moissanite?

While they continue to sparkle, their appearance still becomes more muted as dirt and oils collect. Swimming, showering, or hot tubbing with your Moissanite ring on once or twice probably won't present any major threat to your ring, but long-term exposure will take a toll.
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Does moissanite deteriorate?

Yes. Moissanites are strong, long-lasting gemstones. A moissanite should last for your entire life without losing its appearance or becoming damaged. If you choose a setting that's made from a high-quality metal such as platinum or gold, a moissanite ring will last for a very long time.
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Does moissanite change color over time?

Moissanite is an extremely stable gemstone, and as such, it is impossible for the color to change with time, just as it impossible for a diamond to change color with time. The only way the perceived color can be impacted is if the stone gets dirty with time.
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How often should you clean moissanite ring?

It is preferred you clean your Moissanite and diamond jewelry at least once a month to make them shine, sparkle and look brand new! Here are a few simple ways to wash and make your Moissanite gemstones sparkle and look best.
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Is moissanite worth buying?

Artfully created in a laboratory, moissanite is an incredibly durable stone, made to last a lifetime and guaranteed to survive everyday wear. The customisation possibilities, paired with the very attractive price tag, makes moissanite an extremely enticing alternative to the traditional diamond engagement ring.
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Can I pass off my moissanite as a diamond?

Unlike faux diamonds and other gemstones, moissanite is also an effective conductor of heat. For this reason, when using a diamond tester that detects thermal conductivity, moissanite will pass as a diamond.
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How long do moissanite rings last?

However, moissanite is very similar to diamonds in this sense, and we are so confident that your ring will last forever that all of our moissanite comes with a lifetime guarantee. Here is why we know your moissanite will sparkle just as brightly in fifty years.
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What color does moissanite sparkle?

Moissanite's extra bling and extra reflection can separate it from diamond. While diamonds have equal amounts of white and rainbow sparkle, Moissanite's rainbow sparkle exceeds its white brilliance.
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Why is moissanite so cheap?

Fortunately, Moissanite's lower price point is not reflective of its quality. The lower price point is simply a reflection of supply and demand in the engagement ring industry. While we are seeing a shift toward using other gemstones for engagement rings, over 90% of couples are still choosing Diamonds.
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What is better moissanite or cubic zirconia?

Moissanite is known for its high retractive index of 2.69, which is 25% greater than the refractive index of a CZ. The higher the refractive index, the more brilliance the jewel emits. Moissanite's dispersion of light is 58% greater than a CZ. Therefore, Moissanite emits more fire, or flashes of rainbow light, than CZ.
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Can moissanite scratch moissanite?

Is moissanite resistant to scratching? Yes. Moissanite is durable, tough and extremely resistant to scratching and abrasion. With a hardness of 9.25-9.50, moissanite is harder than all other gemstones except diamond.
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What color moissanite is best?

While ideal grades can vary by a person's taste, we recommend getting a colorless moissanite with D to F color grades, clarity grades that fall from FL to VS1, and has an Excellent or Very Good cut grade. With these desirable grades, you will be sure to have an exceptionally beautiful moissanite stone.
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What grade of moissanite is best?

Forever One Colorless Moissanite is the whitest among these three grades. It has a color grading of D-E-F, meaning it's considered colorless by GIA standards. If you are looking for a white/colorless stone set in white gold setting, Forever One Colorless Moissanite is the right choice for your dream engagement ring.
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Which is better lab grown or moissanite?

On the Mohs Scale, moissanite gems score a 9.25, while lab grown diamonds receive a 10. Both scores are very good, making each stone well-suited for everyday wear in engagement rings and fine jewelry.
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Does moissanite glow under UV light?

MOISSANITE TESTERS AND UV (Ultra Violet light)

To his amazement he found that any UV light worked. Moissanite testers that don't work on some 'difficult' Moissanites work perfectly when the stone is exposed to UV light. If you are buying a Moissanite tester, buy a UV light too, they really are not expensive.
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