"Moisanite Jewelry: A Woman's Best Friend"

Moisanite jewelry is a wonderful alternative to diamonds, which are far too expensive for most. Dr. Henri Moissan, a French scientist was the first to discover this rare natural silicon carbide within a meteorite, in 1893. Moisanite jewelry gets its name from him. The hardness of moisanite is 9.25 on the Mohs scale, while a diamond is 10. The latter is the hardest substance in the world. Naturally occurring pieces of moisanite however (are) too small and scarce to effectively make jewelry.

As naturally occurring moissanite only occurs in tiny quantities scientists have successfully found a method of creating moissanite in the lab. Lab created moissanite is equal in quality to naturally occurring moissanite.

Some jewelers find it very difficult to tell the difference between a colorless diamond and the colorless moisanite that is sold today. So there is a lot of room for fraudulent sales and unwanted purchases. A consumer could hardly be expected to tell the difference between the two. However, there are instruments, which facilitate detection. It is advisable that you buy your moisanite jewelry from a reputable jeweler, and ask as many questions as it takes to feel completely satisfied.

The moisanite jewels:

Moisanite is the best substitute for a diamond. Its brilliance and hardness make it better than all other gems. What`s more, its price is much more reasonable than a diamond, thus making it more easily available. White gold moisanite pendants shine with beauty and grace. The cross pendant is suspended on a white gold link chain. The white gold moisanite pendant has 20 moisanite stones and 17 sapphires set to perfection on the cross. In the case of earrings, you will find simplicity and beauty in your moisanite set. 5mm moisanite earrings are available in your choice of solid gold.

Similar to these 5mm moisanite earrings, moisanite rings are also available. The warrior series of bands and crosses have captured the hearts of many who have fought and survived.

Synthetic moisanite is exclusively created by Charles and Colvard, and their jewels come with a certificate of (authentication) (authenticity) and lifetime warranty. These jewels are set in 14K yellow or white gold or platinum, though the most recommended is white gold, as it makes the stone look brighter.

Some people feel that moisanite can never replace a diamond, but the fact is that it is already giving diamonds a run for their money. And these moisanite gems are proudly flaunted by those who sport them, like Brooke Shields, Mia Hamm and Bonnie Bernstein, just to name a few. Very soon they will replace diamonds as a "woman's best friend".