First discovered in 1893 by Henri Moissan, Moissanite is a near-colorless, naturally occurring gemstone composed of silicon carbide. It is favored by many because of its high refractive index, which is a technical term referring to how much a gem bends light. Moissanite’s high refractive index indicates that Moissanite has a lot of brilliance; it is even higher than a diamond’s brilliance. Moissanite also has a higher dispersion than a diamond, which means it reflects a more colored sparkle. Moissanite engagement rings are a popular alternative to diamond engagement rings. You can read our blog about Moissanite as an alternative to diamonds to learn more details about this beautiful gemstone.
