Platinum Plated Sterling Silver VG Moissanite Front Facing Hoop Earrings Moissanite in its natural form is too rare and too small making it unsuitable for jewelry purposes. However, one century after it's discovery, through a combination of science, technology, and master gemcutting, created Moissanite is available for fine jewelry. Moissanite has 2.5 times the fire of a diamond Moissanite's hardness is 9.25 on the Mohs scale, second on to a diamond - But it is tougher than a diamond, making it less likely to chip or break. Each piece of Moissanite is hand-faceted by a master gem cutter to maximize it's brilliance and fire. Moissanite is actually more difficult to cut than a diamond. Diamond Equivalent Weight: 1 cttw Imported You can return this item for any reason and get a full refund: no shipping charges. The item must be returned in new and unused condition. Go to Your Orders to start the return Print the return shipping label Ship it!