Moissanite Education
Why can a large moissanite look different to a diamond up close?
A large moissanite can look different from a diamond up close because it splits light into colour more strongly (dispersion 0.104 against 0.044) and is doubly refractive. Here is why size and viewing distance change how much you notice.
What Do Moissanite Color Grades D, E and F Actually Look Like?
D, E and F are the colourless top of the D to Z colour scale, and once a moissanite is set most people cannot tell them apart. How the grade is assigned, who assigns it, and why the setting metal matters more.
How do you tell if a moissanite listing is worth trusting?
Seven checks for any moissanite listing: metal and plating, carat weight, stone size, certificate, returns, warranty and seller.
What jewellery can you give as a gift when you do not know her size?
Earrings and an adjustable necklace need no size. Here is how to handle rings and bracelets, what a sizing exchange costs and when to order for December.
Will Moissanite Earrings Turn My Ears Green?
The moissanite stone cannot stain skin. Copper in a sterling silver setting can leave a green tint, and here is how to tell it from a nickel allergy.
How Do You Clean Moissanite Jewellery at Home Without Damaging the Plating?
Lukewarm water, mild dish soap and a soft brush clean moissanite safely and are gentle on plated sterling silver. What to leave out, how often to clean, and what the warranty covers.
What are the specifications of moissanite? Hardness, refractive index, dispersion and density
Moissanite's hardness, refractive index, dispersion and density set beside diamond's, with sources and plain explanations of what each number means.
Moissanite stud earrings compared: what do seven brands charge per carat?
Price per carat for seven brands of moissanite stud earrings, checked on each brand's own site on 5 October 2026, with metal, stone size and what each price includes.
Where does moissanite come from, and did it really fall from space?
Henri Moissan found moissanite near a meteorite crater in 1893. Natural crystals are tiny and rare, so all moissanite jewellery is lab grown. Here is the accurate history.
How do you replace a wedding set you can no longer wear?
Four options when your wedding rings no longer fit: resize them, add a sizing insert, wear them another way, or buy a second set in the size your hand is today. With 2026 resizing costs and what each option suits.
Can You Wear Moissanite Jewellery in the Shower, the Pool and the Ocean?
Moissanite is chemically stable and unaffected by water, chlorine or salt. Here is what actually needs care: the plated setting, and what the Lifetime Warranty covers.
What Size Stud Earring Suits a Woman Over 60?
Mariqe's Eterna Stud Earrings come in three sizes: 6.5mm, 8mm and 9.1mm. This guide compares them honestly for women over 60, weighing earlobe comfort and daily wear against occasion-only drama, with current prices for each size.