It is said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. But unless you earn a six-figure salary—or a partner who does. The cost of a diamond engagement ring can be hard to swallow. Many a groom-to-be has experienced sticker shock when confronted with the price of the rock that his bride wants. Enter moissanite, a clear, shiny gemstone that a growing number of millennials are choosing over diamonds. We will try to explain why Custom Moissanite Engagement Rings are so popular now.
Moissanite is a natural gemstone that originates from somewhere unknown in the cosmos. It was discovered in 1893 by French scientist Henri Moissan, who later won a Nobel Prize for Chemistry. In a crater created by a meteorite that fell to Earth in Arizona, he discovered small particles of the gem that would later be named after him. He initially thought that he had found a diamond substance but later determined that the crystals were composed of silicon carbide. Natural moissanite is incredibly rare, so the vast majority of Custom Moissanite Engagement Rings available today are grown in a lab. After years of trial and error, the particles Moissan discovered were successfully synthesized in a mass setting to produce what is now one of the world’s most fiery & popular gemstones.
Moissanite is engineered to possess the look of a diamond, but is made of different molecules that are arranged differently and visually quite distinct from a natural diamond. It requires a gemologist or special tester to discern the difference between a diamond and moissanite. The durability, brilliance, and color of the two gems are quite unique, although put a Custom Moissanite Engagement Rings next to one with a comparable diamond, and they are very difficult to discern. One of the key differences between moissanite and diamonds is that moissanite stones reflect light in a different way to diamonds. Due to their faceting, moissanite gems create flashes of light with a rainbow effect, whereas diamonds produce three types of light: brilliance, dispersion, and scintillation.
This Split Shank Double Halo Engagement Ring gives you a look not seen in the big box stores. The double halo surrounds a cushion cut stone in this one, but any square or round shape will work. There are also around 1/3 of a carat on the sides of the knife edge shank.
As you can see, there are benefits other than the cost of having a Moissanite Ring made, whether engagement or any other type. While CZ is a budget-friendly diamond alternative, it fades and isn’t very durable. You can always tell an old CZ ring because the stones are all beat up. CZ gemstones are mass-produced, often cut by machine. And usually not very well cut. They are hard to the point of being brittle and do not hold color or clarity. Moissanite is very durable. However, the most attractive benefit to many is the eco-friendly nature of a lab stone. There are no mines, no forced labor, and no warlords creating Moissanite. So you can feel good about buying it.
For similar sizes, moissanite is dramatically lower in price than diamonds of they are man-made. Moissanite gems vary in price only based on size and the color grading of the stones. Custom Moissanite Engagement Rings offer you a way to get a stone that looks like a diamond, but costs far less.
Showcase a beautiful stone with this 2 Tone Solitaire Ring! The shank in the elegant ring splits and loops around the prongs. It is shown in white and yellow Gold, but can always be cast in one metal.
Given the name moissanite after Henri Moissan, who first discovered it back in 1893, it was the most brilliant natural gemstone the world has ever seen. But it wasn’t until the mid-’90s, when two companies started to perfect the process of creating moissanite, that it was synthesized without a flaw and equated with those few moissanite stones found in nature. Another 10 years go by, and a custom engagement ring is one of the most popular options.
Moissanite, unlike other synthesized gems, does not only simulate diamonds. It far surpasses it in many ways. Manufactured to the standards of the stones discovered close to the meteor crater, they sparkle with such fire and brilliance that scientists used to say the stones were “born from the stars.”
We have created a quite a few Flower Engagement Rings, and with the floral tension setting, this one has become our most successful style of Flower Engagement Rings. This one has a 5mm center stone, but 4mm or a larger one could be used.
Possessing fire, brilliance, & luster that surpasses a diamond, Moissanite refracts light unlike any gemstone on earth. It is also engineered never to lose its optical properties and therefore will be every bit as beautiful 20, 30, or 100 years from when you buy it. Moissanite has a high refractive index(RI) of 2.65, notably higher than diamond, sapphire, CZ, and other gemstones. Brilliance comes from the flashes of white light exiting the top gemstone. The higher the RI of a gemstone, the more brilliance the jewel emits. Moissanite’s superior RI makes Moissanite the most brilliant fine gemstone on earth.
Moissanite’s fire – the flashes of colored light – is far more impressive than diamond, possessing twice the fire. This is one of the reasons why moissanite rings are so popular. As for clarity, all shapes and sizes are consistently high clarity, and only have minute inclusions throughout. When compared to diamonds, for example, they fall in the VS clarity range. Another reason they are so popular is because of the high clarity these stones have. Luster is the amount of light reflected back to the observer from the gemstone’s surface. In addition to superior fire and brilliance, Moissanite has 18% greater luster than a diamond and 50% greater luster than CZ.
Because they are grown in controlled environments, moissanite requires no mining to manufacture. Their provenance is usually, therefore, traceable and entirely eco-friendly. This makes a moissanite ring very attractive to those concerned about ethically sourced stones. Compared with natural gemstones, synthetic Moissanites have a much smaller carbon footprint and result in less environmental impact. Custom engagement rings made with eco-friendly metals are a perfect way to help the planet while saving money.
Double your sparkle with 2 main stones in this 2 Stone Engagement Ring with French Pave set accents. Here we have 2, 6mm diamonds with 1.5mm accents.
Specializing in Custom Moissanite Engagement Rings, Valeria Custom Jewelry has created hundreds of them, using their distinctive & unique design techniques that come with an emphasis on personalized service & second to none craftsmanship. Our experienced designer will lead you through selecting the perfect Moissanite; an absolutely gorgeous piece is guaranteed.
Your personal love story is an intangible of rare beauty. Precious, powerful and eternal. Begin the next stage of your life’s journey together with a moissanite ring, that is equally unforgettable & breathtaking. At Valeria Custom Jewelry, our master jewelers work with you to craft the just-right ring. The result is a thing of rare beauty that takes your breath away now. Just as it will in 40 years.
My name is Lucas Horton, I’m an experienced jewelry consultant, and I own and operate Valeria Custom Jewelry in Dallas, Texas. Custom jewelry has been a passion of mine for 5 years now because of the joy of creating a unique piece. A custom engagement ring is an excellent alternative for someone worried about blood diamonds. Whether it’s custom engagement rings, a bracelet, a pair of earrings, cufflinks, a pin, or a pendant. Moissanite is an excellent stone option if diamonds are out of your budget or you have other objections to them.
This is one of our Floral Engagement Rings that has a split shank crossover band. One of the shanks is accented while the other is given a high polish. It makes for a beautiful effect.
We are confident that we’ll deliver when given a chance to create your dream ring. Our design skills, value, service, and knowledge make us the best choice to turn your vision and dreams into reality. We know there are a ton of options out there for engagement rings. Luckily for you, we are the best when it comes to jewelry design, and there is no need to look further.
This stunningly Milgrained Art Deco Engagement Ring will definitely turn heads with its elegant design elements and sexy setting. Three sides of the shank are adorned with milgrain, diamonds, and “V” shapes.
Explore more of our custom bridal rings. Learn more about custom jewelry or contact us to create your own Custom Moissanite Engagement Ring. It can cost less than you think to have your very own custom moissanite engagement ring made just for you. Why hassle with the retail stores for boring and overpriced engagement rings?
