When choosing an engagement ring or wedding band, beauty is only half the story. The other half is durability ̶ because the ring you wear every day must stand the test of time. At ApolloGem Cape Town, we believe true brilliance should last a lifetime. That’s why so many of our clients choose ApolloGem Moissanite ̶ a gemstone that combines exceptional sparkle with incredible strength.
Understanding Moissanite’s Strength
Every gemstone’s hardness is measured on the Mohs Scale, which ranks minerals from 1 (softest) to 10 (hardest). Diamonds are the hardest at 10, but Moissanite comes remarkably close at 9.5 ̶ making it the second-hardest gemstone used in fine jewellery.
|
Gemstone |
Mohs Hardness |
Durability for Daily Wear |
|
Diamond |
10 |
Excellent |
|
Moissanite (ApolloGem) |
9.5 |
Excellent |
|
Sapphire |
9 |
Very good |
|
Emerald |
7.5‒8 |
Fair |
|
Cubic Zirconia |
8‒8.5 |
Moderate |
The ApolloGem Difference
What sets ApolloGem Moissanite apart isn’t just its hardness ̶ it’s our specialized finishing process. After precise cutting and polishing, each ApolloGem Moissanite is oven-baked for 48 hours at controlled high temperatures. This heat-sealing process locks in structural stability, enhancing the stone’s resistance to temperature changes, moisture, and airborne pollutants. The result is a Moissanite that remains brilliantly sealed, resilient, and permanently radiant ̶ backed by our lifetime guarantee for brilliance and clarity.
The Everyday Brilliance of ApolloGem Moissanite
So, is Moissanite hard enough for daily wear? Absolutely. With a 9.5 hardness rating, ApolloGem’s exclusive oven-baked sealing process, and a lifetime guarantee, your Moissanite is built to shine through every moment of life ̶ from morning coffee to evening celebrations.
Visit ApolloGem Cape Town ̶ 50 Long Street, Spaces Building, Office 215 ̶ or explore ApolloGem.co.za. ApolloGem ̶ The Brilliance You Can Believe In.
