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With so much to plan for before your big day, thinking about gemstones might not be something you’ve considered. A Moissanite wedding ring might just be the best purchase you make though.
When it comes to bridal sets and individual rings, She Said Yes have a wide array of beautiful styles that make finding the perfect ring far easier. That they offer quick delivery, a free warranty, and easy returns too, is just the icing on the (wedding) cake!
One of the most interesting things about She Said Yes, is how they’re able to provide high end jewellery at such reasonable prices. One of the reasons behind that is their use of the little-known gemstone, Moissanite. But what exactly is Moissanite, and is it any good? She Said Yes have been specialising in wedding jewellery since 1997, so they know a thing or two about gemstones, but let’s take a look for ourselves and discover why they champion Moissanite as their jewel of choice.
Why you should buy a Moissanite wedding ring
Moissanite was only discovered relatively recently in 1893. Noble Prize winner, Henry Moissan discovered the gemstone naturally occurring in a meteorite crater! While he initially assumed the sparkly gem was a diamond, further investigation back at his laboratory revealed that it was something else entirely. It looked just like a diamond, but offered several benefits over its more well-known cousin.
If you want your wedding ring to have plenty of sparkle, Moissanite is the option for you!
Have you ever heard jewellers mention the ‘brilliance’ of a diamond? Rather than just gushing over a gem, the ‘brilliance’ they mention is actually referring to a gemstone’s ability to reflect white light. This is what makes a diamond sparkle.
Moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamonds, meaning that it has more sparkle and brilliance.
It’s less likely to dull over time too, attracting less dirt than diamonds. This allows it to remain brilliant for much longer in between cleanings.
There’s some stunning Moissanite bridal sets at She Said Yes. Take a look at this ‘Only You’ three-piece set. The lustre of the jewels is magnificent, and looks absolutely beautiful in this 18K white and rose gold combination.
Moissanite is rarer than diamonds
In fact, it’s the rarest gemstone on earth!
As you might imagine, there aren’t a whole lot of meteorite craters around, so to find naturally occurring Moissanite is extremely rare. There’s only a handful of companies in the world that have the means to grow Moissanite. It’s an incredibly complex task that very few are able to complete.
This simple and elegant 10K gold band puts the jewels at the front of the stage. Almost all the styles at She Said Yes are available in a range of different types of and grades of gold. They even provide a customising tool that allows you to create the perfect combination of style, metal and gemstone for you.
It’s tough!
We’re all well aware of diamond’s status as one of the hardest substances known to man. Moissanite is no slouch in this aspect either. Measuring at a tough 9.25 on the Mohs scale of hardness, Moissanite jewels are actually harder than sapphire, emerald or ruby. This makes it perfect for use as a jewel for rings, given that rings are one of the most easily scratched pieces of jewelry one can wear. Moissanite’s durability ensures that it’ll last a lifetime and keep its brilliance forever.
This She Said Yes ‘My Beloved’ wedding ring boasts a wealth of Moissanite jewels, and is available in several different metals and grades. This particular ring is the 18K rose gold model.
There’s no ethical dilemma when choosing a Moissanite wedding ring
As we all know from some awful stories reported by those covering mined jewels, there can be ethical problems in the sourcing of certain gemstones. With Moissanite rings, consumers can rest easy in the assurance that the sourcing of the jewels is entirely free of conflict.
So there you have it. A host of solid reasons why you should buy a Moissanite wedding ring instead of the usual gemstones. If you’re interested in seeing more, then head over to She Said Yes for a myriad of different style and customisation options to make your wedding rings perfect for you.
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