4mm 10K White Gold Moissanite Stud Earrings

10k white gold friction backs 4mm moissanites equivalent to .50ct diamonds   What is a moissanite?  Because of how much it resembles a diamond, moissanites have become the most popular diamond alternative. The gemstone was originally discovered in a meteor crater, so it is literally born from the stars. Natural moissanites are extremely rare, so moissanites today are lab created. They are an eco-conscious gemstone with minimal environmental impact because they require no mining or harm to the environment.. Diamonds are the hardest known mineral and receive a 10 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness; a moissanite scores a 9.25 making it very suitable for everyday wear. Does it sparkle like a diamond? Both diamonds and moissanites are beloved for their beautiful sparkle, yet when viewed side by side, moissanites give off more fire. Sparkle wise, a moissanite has an even higher refractive index than diamonds, so it technically has more sparkle than a diamond. Moissanites have more of a rainbow