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Moissanite Rings Canada | History And Evolution of This Gemstone

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                  Moissanite is a unique and beautiful gemstone that has been gaining popularity in recent years as an alternative to traditional diamond engagement rings. But what exactly is moissanite, and how is it made? The current popularity of this gemstone has fueled the trend of Moissanite rings in Canada and other regions. In this blog post; we will delve into moissanite's history and science to better understand this fascinating gemstone. History and Development of Moissanite The history of moissanite began in the late 1800s when a French scientist named Henri Moissan was studying a meteorite that had fallen to earth in Arizona. While examining the meteorite, Moissan discovered tiny crystals that were later identified as silicon carbide. This was a remarkable discovery, as silicon carbide had never before been found in nature. Moissan was so fascinated by these crystals that he named them after himself - moissanite. It wasn't until...