The Journal

Miel Yellow Moissanite Tennis Bracelet, close-up detail
November Birthstone: Topaz and Citrine, Meaning and Colors
November has two birthstones, topaz and citrine. Their colors, history, meaning and care, and golden gift ideas for a November birthday. Read more...
Toi et Moi Moissanite Huggies, close-up detail
Toi et Moi Ring Meaning: History and How to Wear One
"You and me" in French: two stones on one band. The story from Napoleon and Joséphine to now, and how to choose and wear your pair. Read more...
Aura Moissanite Halo Studs, close-up detail
Can You Shower With Moissanite and Gold Filled Jewelry?
Moissanite shrugs off water. Soap film, chlorine and salt are what hurt your jewelry. Here are the rules by metal, plus a simple daily routine. Read more...
Joséphine Emerald-Cut Moissanite Engagement Ring, close-up detail
Christmas Proposal Ideas and Ring Tips
Ten Christmas proposal ideas that feel personal, plus the ring details that matter: her size, the shape, how to hide the box and what paperwork to keep. Read more...
Round brilliant moissanite held in jeweler's tweezers above royal-blue velvet
VVS1 and D Color: Moissanite Grades Explained
VVS1 and D color, decoded: what each moissanite grade means, what your eye can actually see, and what a GRA card does and does not prove. Read more...
Lune Moissanite Pavé Hoops, worn by a woman
Huggie vs Hoop Earrings: What Is the Difference?
Huggies hug the lobe, hoops hang and swing. Here are the sizes in mm, the closures, and how to wear both in one ear. Read more...
Ourson Moissanite Pavé Bear Pendant, close-up detail
Stocking Stuffer Jewelry Ideas She Will Actually Wear
Small jewelry that fits in a stocking and gets worn all year: moissanite studs, huggies, initial necklaces and a travel case, all under $100. Read more...
Torsade Moissanite Twist Bangle, close-up detail
Does Sterling Silver Tarnish? Why It Happens and How to Stop It
Why 925 silver darkens, what plating changes, how to store and clean it, and what a green mark on your skin really means. Read more...
Cerise Red Moissanite Tennis Bracelet, close-up detail
Christmas Jewelry Gifts for Your Wife
Christmas jewelry gifts for your wife, sorted by how long you have been together, her style and budget, with sizing, timing and note ideas. Read more...
Moissanite Hardness: How Tough Is It for Everyday Wear?
The first question most people ask before buying moissanite is simple: will it scratch? Short answer: almost nothing you meet in daily life can scratch it. Here's what moissanite hardness means, how it compares to other stones, and what it does and doesn't protect against.How hard is moissanite?Moissanite scores 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale. Diamond is 10. The Mohs scale measures scratch resistance: a harder material scratches a softer one, never the reverse. Material Mohs hardness Diamond 10 Moissanite 9.25 Sapphire and ruby 9 Cubic zirconia 8 to 8.5... Read more...
Moissanite vs Diamond Sparkle: What You'll Actually See
Put a moissanite and a diamond of the same size next to each other in daylight and most people can't tell which is which. Move them under a spotlight, though, and you'll notice the moissanite throws more color. That's the whole difference in one sentence. Here's what's behind it, and how to choose based on the look you want.Moissanite vs diamond: the numbers behind the sparkleSparkle comes from three things: how much a stone bends light (brilliance), how much it splits light into colors (fire), and how cleanly it's cut.... Read more...
How to Clean Moissanite at Home (Without Dulling the Fire)
Dull moissanite is almost always a film of lotion or soap, not the stone. Here's how to bring the fire back in five minutes, and what to keep away from your jewelry. Read more...
Olympe Oval Moissanite Engagement Ring, close-up detail
Oval vs Round vs Emerald Cut: Which Moissanite Shape Suits You?
Nine shapes compared on sparkle, size per carat, finger effect and care, with real stone sizes, so you can pick the cut that suits your hand. Read more...
Grace Graduated Moissanite Tennis Necklace, worn by a woman
How to Layer Necklaces Without Tangling
Lengths, spacing and anti-tangle tricks for layered necklaces, plus three ready-made stacks built from solitaire and tennis necklaces. Read more...
Alliance Five-Stone Moissanite Wedding Band, close-up detail
Anniversary Gifts by Year: Traditional and Modern List
The full traditional and modern anniversary list from paper to diamond, where it comes from, and the milestone years that call for jewelry. Read more...
Sirius Moissanite Solitaire Studs, close-up detail
Is Moissanite Tacky? An Honest Look at the Stigma
Where moissanite's reputation comes from, which parts are out of date, and six choices that make it look like fine jewelry. Read more...
Camélia Moissanite Flower Studs, close-up detail
Jewelry Gifts Under $100 That Look Far More Expensive
What makes an affordable piece look expensive, and our moissanite picks under $60 and from $60 to $100, with honest notes on metals and plating. Read more...
Véga Moissanite Solitaire Studs, 14K Gold Filled, close-up detail
Stud Earring Size Guide: What Millimeter Size Looks Best?
A clear mm chart for round studs, what each size looks like on the ear, and how to choose for everyday wear, second holes and settings. Read more...
Kaléidoscope Rainbow Moissanite Tennis Bracelet, close-up detail
Colored Moissanite: Every Shade Explained
How colored moissanite gets its color, every Prisme shade from Absinthe green to Minuit black, how it compares with the gems it resembles, and how to care for it. Read more...
Moissanite tennis bracelet on royal-blue velvet
Why Is It Called a Tennis Bracelet? The US Open Story
A diamond bracelet fell on a US Open court and gave a whole style its name. The true Chris Evert story, the date mix-up, and how to wear one today. Read more...
Two friends laughing together, one wearing a moissanite tennis bracelet
Jewelry Gifts for Her: A Gift Guide by Personality
Six personalities, six pieces. How to choose jewelry for her without guessing her size, her metal or your budget. Read more...
Pivoine Pink Moissanite Tennis Bracelet, close-up detail
October Birthstone: Opal and Tourmaline, Meaning and Colors
October has two birthstones: opal and tourmaline. Their history, meaning, colors and care, plus durable gift ideas in pink and rainbow moissanite. Read more...
Oval moissanite solitaire ring in yellow gold on royal-blue velvet
Moissanite vs Diamond: The Honest Comparison
Moissanite has more fire, a diamond is harder and whiter. Here is how the two compare on sparkle, durability, color, price and resale, with the real numbers. Read more...
Pâquerette Moissanite Heart-Prong Studs, close-up detail
Moissanite vs Cubic Zirconia: How to Tell Them Apart
Moissanite and cubic zirconia can look alike on day one. Here is how they differ in hardness, fire and weight, and five ways to tell them apart. Read more...
Véga Moissanite Solitaire Ring, 14K Gold Filled, close-up detail
Moissanite Carat Size Chart: Millimeters to Carats by Shape
Round moissanite from 3mm to 11mm in carats (DEW), plus oval, emerald and pear sizes, and how each size actually looks on your finger and ear. Read more...
Oval moissanite ring in yellow gold on royal-blue velvet
Moissanite vs Lab-Grown Diamond: Which Should You Buy?
A lab-grown diamond is a diamond. Moissanite is a different gem with more fire. Here is how they compare on sparkle, hardness, price and resale. Read more...
Circé Moissanite Coiled Snake Ring, close-up detail
What Does a Snake Ring Mean? The Story Behind Serpent Jewelry
Snake rings stand for rebirth, eternity and protection. Discover the ouroboros, Queen Victoria's snake engagement ring and how to wear serpent jewelry today. Read more...
Véga Moissanite Solitaire Studs, close-up detail
Does Moissanite Get Cloudy? How to Keep It Sparkling
Moissanite never clouds or fades. If yours looks dull, it's buildup on the surface, and this step-by-step home cleaning routine brings the sparkle back. Read more...
Sirius Moissanite Solitaire Studs, 14K Gold Filled, close-up detail
Gold Filled vs Gold Plated vs Solid Gold: What's the Difference?
Solid gold, gold filled and gold plated look alike on day one but wear very differently. Here is how each is made and which one fits the piece you're buying. Read more...
Serment Moissanite Bridal Ring Set, close-up detail
Moissanite Engagement Rings: The Complete Buyer's Guide
Everything to decide before buying a moissanite engagement ring: cut, size in millimeters, setting, metal and the wedding band that goes with it. Read more...
Solène Moissanite Tennis Bracelet, close-up detail
How to Choose a Moissanite Tennis Bracelet
Stone size, length, setting and metal: the four choices that make a moissanite tennis bracelet sit right and sparkle. Includes a size chart from 2mm to 6.5mm. Read more...
Moissanite solitaire necklace on royal-blue velvet
Is Moissanite Real? What It Is and Why It Costs Less
Moissanite is a real gemstone made of silicon carbide, not a fake diamond. Learn where it comes from, how it compares to diamond and CZ, and why it costs less. Read more...
Sirius Moissanite Solitaire Ring, close-up detail
Does Moissanite Pass a Diamond Tester? The Honest Answer
Yes, moissanite passes most standard thermal diamond testers, but a multi-tester tells the two apart in seconds. Here is how each test works and what it means for you. Read more...