Will Moissanite Lose Its Sparkle？

Regarding moissanite, many people are surely curious—will it lose its sparkle over time, or will it stay as brilliantly radiant as a diamond? This article will explore the topic from the perspectives of composition and cut.

First, let’s understand what makes diamonds and moissanite sparkle. Neither diamonds nor moissanite emit their own light, but they have an exceptional ability to absorb and reflect light. When they are precision-cut by hand, incoming light is gathered and reflected across their surfaces. This is due to the physics of light and reflection—movement causes the light entering the stone to shift paths, which in turn changes how the light reflects back, creating that dazzling shimmer.

Among them, the cut is of vital importance for both diamonds and moissanites. Firstly, the evaluation criteria for the cut consist of three aspects: polishing, symmetry, and cutting. Only when the proportions of these three aspects are perfect can the best cutting effect be demonstrated. The cutting proportions of diamonds and moissanites, especially the pavilion depth ratio and table width ratio of diamonds, determine the intensity of the light reflection and refraction of diamond jewelry, thereby determining the fire of diamond and moissanite rings.

If the cut is too shallow, light escapes from the bottom, reducing the brilliance of diamonds and moissanite. If it’s too deep, light leaks out from the pavilion, making the stone appear dull and lifeless while diminishing its fire and sparkle. The polish grade refers to the smoothness of the diamond’s surface, while symmetry evaluates how precisely the facets are aligned. Poor polish directly affects the stone’s optical performance—light scatters on rough surfaces, creating a hazy or muted appearance instead of crisp reflections. Similarly, symmetry flaws disrupt the intended path of light, preventing optimal brightness and sparkle.That’s why a high-quality cut is essential for diamonds and moissanite to unleash their full radiance.

Everyone knows the famous saying of diamonds, “Diamonds last forever, and a diamond will pass on forever.” This actually refers to the fact that diamonds can remain shiny forever. In the final analysis, it is due to its stable chemical properties, which causes him to hardly take the initiative to undergo chemical changes. The carbon atom guarantees the stable structure of the diamond. Let’s talk about the moissanite. The composition of moissanite is SIC, which is silicon carbide. Silicon carbide and silicon carbide are atomic crystals. All of them are covalent bond energy and stability. Therefore, it is also not prone to chemical changes, causing the stone to “yellow”, “fuzzy” and “fading”.However, both Moissanite and diamonds are lipophilic. When it is found that the gloss is not as good as before, regular maintenance is required. It is recommended to maintain and clean every 3-6 months. Regular maintenance can make the surface of the jewelry free of stains and lasting for a long time.