Moissanite Engagement Rings
1 piece · made to order
Moissanite throws more rainbow fire than diamond, rates 9.25 on the Mohs scale, and costs about a tenth as much — the smartest-value center stone there is.
About moissanite engagement rings
Moissanite engagement rings answer a simple question: what if the center stone threw more rainbow fire than a diamond and cost about a tenth as much? Moissanite — silicon carbide, first found in a meteor crater — does exactly that, rating 9.25 on the Mohs scale, harder than any gemstone but diamond.
At Aurelle, moissanite engagement rings are made to order in 2–3 weeks in 14k and 18k gold and platinum, in the same settings we build for diamonds.
Choosing is mostly about size and shape, since moissanite's price barely rises with carats. Its extra fire is most visible in larger stones — some love the disco flash, others prefer diamond's white light. We'll show you both.
Moissanite Engagement Rings FAQ
What is moissanite?+
Moissanite is silicon carbide, a crystal first discovered in a meteor crater and now grown in labs for jewelry. It's a distinct gemstone in its own right — not an imitation diamond — with more brilliance and rainbow fire than diamond itself.
Moissanite vs. diamond — can people tell the difference?+
At a glance, rarely; up close, moissanite's stronger rainbow fire is the tell, especially in larger stones and sunlight. Diamond returns more white light, moissanite more spectral color — which you prefer is genuinely a matter of taste.
How much cheaper is moissanite than diamond?+
Dramatically — moissanite typically costs around a tenth the price of a comparable natural diamond, and far less than lab-grown diamond too. A large, impressive moissanite ring is achievable in the very low four figures or under.
Is moissanite durable enough for an engagement ring?+
Yes — at 9.25 on the Mohs scale it's the second-hardest center stone available, after diamond, and it resists scratching and clouding through daily wear. It's a genuinely lifelong stone.
Does moissanite get cloudy over time?+
No — that's a myth carried over from older simulants like cubic zirconia. Moissanite is chemically stable and stays brilliant permanently; ordinary cleaning with soapy water keeps it flashing.
Moissanite or lab-grown diamond — which should I choose?+
Lab-grown diamond is real diamond at roughly a third of natural prices; moissanite is a different stone at a tenth. Choose lab diamond if you want diamond's exact look and name, moissanite if maximum size and fire per dollar wins.
Do moissanite rings come with certification?+
Moissanite is graded by its manufacturers rather than by GIA, and quality stones ship with a warranty card. The gold or platinum setting we build for it carries the full Aurelle lifetime warranty either way.