From the Stars: The History of Moissanite In 1893, French chemist Henri Moissan was examining rock samples in Canyon Diablo, Arizona. Peering inside a meteor crater, he came across a bevy of sparkling stones and mistakenly identified them as diamonds. They weren’t. These crystals were silicon carbide — aka, Moissanite. read more…
Continuing our celebration of Stuller’s Year of the Wedding™, we are highlighting stunning engagement rings and the Stuller associates who wear them. Behind every ring is a unique story. The spark, the first date, meeting family members, the first trip together, the proposal. Everything from the moment you meet to read more…
Is it really March already? The calendar says so, and that can only mean we Northern Hemisphere dwellers will soon be welcoming in spring and packing up our winter wardrobes. But March means more than just spring — it also means St. Patrick’s Day is on the way! Wednesday, March read more…
There’s a New Bloom in Town Charles & Colvard pays homage to old world charm with their rose cut moissanite gemstones. Shining a new light on an antique stone, this beautiful bloom bursts with romantic charm. They’ve combined the premier quality of colorless Forever One™ moissanite with precision cutting to achieve the pinnacle read more…
What’s not to love about Charles & Colvard Created Moissanite? Each gemstone is cut according to exact angles and proportions to maximize brilliance, enhance its incredible fire, and reveal its inner beauty. They’re available at a revolutionary value, too. And since every stone comes with a limited lifetime warranty, they just might be read more…
According to Pinterest’s 2018 Wedding Trends Report, moissanite is one of the hottest wedding trends. In fact, searches for moissanite gems are up 294% on the social media site. What makes moissanite bridal trends so popular? These days, consumers are interested in environmentally and socially responsible products. According to a 2015 read more…
We’ve reviewed the history of moissanite, covered the newest assortment of Forever One™ shapes and sizes and discussed how moissanite appeals to Millennials – a new generation of buyers. Now it’s time to take a look at the smallest, yet arguably the most impactful offering of Forever One Moissanite Melee. Introducing Forever One Moissanite Melee — Now available to add into read more…
“I’ve always felt that an engagement ring should reflect the woman and who she is, what she’s like. When he proposed and I saw this ring, it meant and said so much. I look at this ring seeing myself and how he sees me: set apart from the rest, elements read more…
Now that you’ve had a chance to learn the history and properties of the world’s most brilliant gemstone, let’s take a look at the latest news about Forever One. With its creation, Charles & Colvard took Created Moissanite to the heights of perfection. Where can we go next? In response to read more…
Moissanite (\ˈmȯisənˌīt\): the name given to a naturally-occurring, lab-grown mineral composed of silicon carbide. Moissanite’s chemical and optical properties cause it to radiate unparalleled fire and brilliance, making it one of the most durable, yet affordable gemstones available today. What are the Origins of Moissanite? Moissanite is one of read more…
