Moissanite is an extremely rare mineral, composed of silicon carbide. Found only in some meteorites and kimberlites (upper mantle rock), natural Moissanite is extremely rare. Moissanite was discovered in 1893 by Henri Moissan while examining rock samples from a meteor crater in Canyon Diablo, Arizona. He first mistakenly identified the crystals as diamonds, but in 1904 he determined the crystals were silicon carbide. It was named in 1905 in his honor.

Moissanite is the world's most brilliant gemstone, even more brilliant than Diamond! These enchanting gems are often used as an alternative to Diamonds for engagement and wedding rings because of their incredible brilliance. In gemology, brilliance means a stone’s ability to reflect white light and is a good indicator for how much a gemstone will sparkle. Moissanite’s brilliance is higher than Diamond’s due to its higher refractive index (Diamond is 2.42 and Moissanite is 2.65).

Moissanite is usually made in laboratories under high pressure and temperatures because it's almost never found large enough pieces to cut faceted gemstones. Lab-created Moissanites sell for a fraction of the price of a lab-created Diamond, making them a great alternative! Lab-grown gemstones look identical to their natural counterparts. They have the same physical and chemical properties as natural, the only difference is that they are grown in a lab, while natural stones are formed in the earth over millions of years inside the Earth's crust. 

Moissanite is a powerful stone of spiritual evolution and awakening. Formed from stardust, Moissanite awakens you to your higher purpose and connects you with the divine cosmic origin of life. Moissanite empowers you fulfill your soul's purpose and connect with the divine, angels, guides and ascended masters for support on your spiritual journey. Moissanite has a high frequency that uplifts your vibration, making it an excellent tool for spiritual growth and transformation. Its connection to the cosmos allows it to act as a bridge between the physical and spiritual realms, helping to elevate consciousness and deepen one's connection to the divine.

Moissanite opens your heart to unconditional love and compassion. It encourages you to give and receive love freely, without fear or judgment. Moissanite inspires connection with others on a deeper, more authentic level. Its an excellent stone for healing relationships, fostering forgiveness, and cultivating a sense of oneness with all beings. Moissanite is also a powerful manifestation that helps you manifest your dreams. Its amplifying properties make it an ideal stone for setting intentions and alignment with the vibration of creation. 

Hardness: 9.25-9.5, second hardest known mineral.

Color: Typically colorless but also shades of yellow, green, brown, and gray

Structure: Trigonal

Care: Avoid prolonged exposure to heat (or extreme heat), direct sunlight and contact with water, abrasive surfaces or chemicals. Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, minerals higher on the hardness scale should be stored away from it.

Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Moissanite is a great stone to keep in your sacred space to enhance your connection with the divine, meditation or divination.