Moissanite: The Gem of the Future
Moissanite is a stunning laboratory-grown gem that blends the strength of carbon with the flexibility of silicon, resulting in a stone that's both robust and resilient. Its unique composition offers carefree wear, a characteristic we treasure at ApolloGem.
The Beauty of Lab-Grown Innovation
Being a man-made gem, Moissanite boasts qualities akin to natural and lab-grown diamonds, but at a fraction of the cost. On the Mohs scale, a measure of hardness, diamond reigns supreme with a perfect 10 rating. While most Moissanites score an impressive 9.25, a select few, like ApolloGem, achieve a remarkable 9.5. However, it's important to note that the hardness of Moissanite can vary depending on the growth process. Some manufacturers, in their quest for cost-cutting, skip essential steps, potentially compromising the stone's resilience. This can result in reactions with common household and jewelry-making chemicals, leading to discoloration and a loss of brilliance.
Certification: Your Assurance of Quality
The authenticity and quality of your Moissanite are paramount. Ensure that your stone is certified by a recognized grading laboratory and bears a unique serial number inscribed on its girdle. Beware of certificates from uncertified "laboratories" that lack accreditation or a website for verification. Many such certificates offer limited guarantees, often as short as six months, leaving you exposed to potential issues. Some purportedly certified Moissanites lack proper grading, with certificates that don't match the stone's true color and clarity.
The ApolloGem Promise
At ApolloGem, we stand by the integrity of our Moissanite. We offer a lifetime guarantee because we meticulously follow correct growth procedures, certify our stones with reputable laboratories, and proudly engrave our company's name and a unique serial number on each stone's girdle. Any stone over 0.5 carats features our insignia. Rest assured, our stones match their certificate's specifications for color, clarity, cut quality, symmetry, and polish.
Experience the brilliance of Moissanite with ApolloGem - where authenticity, quality, and lifetime assurance come standard.
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