Moissanite Sparkle & Moissanite Price And Resale Value

Moissanite Sparkle

Moissanite has exceptional sparkle and is one of the most brilliant gemstones. Moissanites have what is known as the ‘rainbow effect’ which is a fiery and colorful flash of color when the stone is viewed under light, especially natural light. This is due to moissanites very high Refractive Index (2.65).

While this is often not very visible in smaller stones, large moissanites can exhibit a strong rainbow effect. If this is something you prefer to avoid, a smaller stone may be more suitable for you.

Moissanite Clarity

Because moissanites are lab-created, there is a lot of control over the final product. Even so, most moissanite tend to have some faint inclusions. These are often in the shape of small, threadlike inclusions that form during the stone’s creation process. In general though, these flaws are only visible under magnification and the stone may appear eye-clean.

Moissanite Price and Resale Value

While moissanite is often chosen as an alternative to diamonds, don’t expect it to be cubic zirconia cheap. While moissanite is a comparatively affordable gemstone, high quality moissanite can still command hefty prices. It takes a laborious, resource-consuming process to create moissanite and this is not cheap.

The prices for moissanite can vary depending on the brand and quality, but in general, a 1 carat colorless stone costs on average about $600.

Moissanite’s resale value is not known for sure at this stage and as it is still a relatively new gemstone for jewelry, with the technology to create it always advancing and expanding, it is difficult to estimate the resale value. Having said that, reselling moissanite will generally get you back about 50% of what you paid for it, which is similar for diamonds.

How to Clean Moissanite Jewelry

Due to its durability, moissanite is an easy to maintain stone. Over time, dirt and grime build up can result in a cloudy or dull looking gemstone. However, washing the moissanite with a soft cloth, mild soap and water is the best way to restore its shine.

When storing moissanite jewelry, ensure that it is placed in a separate pouch or box. This is to make sure that the moissanite does not scratch softer gemstones and cause damage to other jewelry items. Likewise, keep moissanite away from diamonds as diamonds, being harder, can scratch them.

When cleaning, take care with the settings of your moissanite jewelry. 

In general, avoid harsh chemicals coming into contact with your moissanite gemstone. You can use an ultrasonic cleaner for your moissanite jewelry but ensure that the settings are tough enough to withstand the intense vibrations of the cleaner. For example, it’s not advisable to put a pave setting into an ultrasonic cleaner as the little stones can be forced out due to the pressure.