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Moissanite (Synthetic Si)

Moissanite (Synthetic Si)

Drawer C-MN0396

$100.00 USD

Locality:

Peoples Republic of China

Dimensions:

3.5 x 3.5 x 6.5cm

This synthetic moissanite was created from silicon carbide, a material known for its durability, and fire. Originally discovered in nature in tiny amounts within meteorite material, moissanite is now most commonly produced in laboratories where controlled conditions allow large, gem-quality crystals to form.

Material produced in China is widely known for its clarity and bright reflective properties, often showing flashes of rainbow color under light. Because of its hardness and sparkle, moissanite has become popular among collectors, gem enthusiasts, and jewelry makers alike.

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