Moissanite
Moissanite is silicon carbide, typically forming in hexagonal crystals that exhibit a high, adamantine to resinous luster. Natural specimens are rare, often found in meteorite impact environments and high-grade waster streams where ultra-formed crystals can persist. Color ranges from colorless to pale yellows or greens, and the material can show a sharp, lustrous surface with a vitreous sheen that highlights its prismatic faces.
- Formula
- SiC
- Rarity
- Rare
- Stability
- Stable
- Collector interest
- Very High Interest
About Moissanite
Collectors value Moissanite for its historical significance and striking optical potential. The mineral’s scarcity in nature, combined with its association to extraterrestrial events, makes well-formed crystals sought after by miniature cabinet collectors and those who appreciate crystalline forms that resemble more common diamond features. While laboratory-grown Moissanite is widely used in jewelry due to its hardness and brilliance, natural specimens remain a compelling subject for display, study, and the appreciation of silicate chemistry expressed in a resilient, choice crystal habit.