Champagne Moissanite

Champagne Moissanite

Champagne moissanite is a pale brownish-gold gemstone and one of the many variants of plain silicon carbide crystals. The colored crystal typically has a faint appearance and is mostly lab-made.
Champagne moissanite stones possess different polymorphs that gives it unique structures after crystallization. It is also one of very few synthetic crystals to possess a Mohs’ scale rating over 9 units. Currently, moissanite is the second-hardest known crystal, just behind real diamonds.

Champagne moissanite has a high melting point, doesn’t conduct significant electrical current, possesses high heat resistance, and much more. The impressive properties of colored moissanite stones make them ideal for jewelries like luxury necklaces, earrings, and so much more.

Champagne moissanite is very difficult to spot, but lab-created variants are available in different color themes, structures, and sizes.

You’ll get all the essential information you need about champagne moissanite in this article, See every vital detail about the stone’s history, uses, how to make it, chemical properties, maintenance tips, and more.

History of Champagne Moissanite

Doping techniques used in other synthetic crystals became successful in the mid-twentieth century. However, champagne moissanite was not the first synthetic silicon carbide crystal; its plain variant was the first ever lab-made Si gemstone.

Edward Acheson discovered the synthesis technique to make plain moissanite crystals in 1891. His synthesis techniques were improved upon and doping created many colored moissanite gemstones, including the champagne variant.

How to Make Champagne Moissanite

The doping method to create champagne moissanite crystals include:

• The addition of silicon and carbon with a doping element into a crucible,
• Heating of minerals at temperatures between 1600°C and 2000°C,
• Allowing realignment of atoms in the mix to form solid crystalline structures,
• Letting the crystals cool before cutting, shaping, and molding into different shapes for jewelry and other uses

Holmium (Ho) and Cerium (Ce) are preferred dopant elements used in lab-made champagne crystals.

Uses of Champagne Moissanite

Champagne moissanite is useful as gemstones and is a preferred choice for jewelers keen to make luxurious wristwatches, necklaces, earrings, wedding bands, and other pieces.
The colored moissanite gemstone is also ideal for luxury glasswork, filters, and for decorative purposes. Colorless moissanite is the preferred option for abrasives, substrate, window making, and other commercial uses.

Chemical Properties of Champagne Moissanite

• Hardness (Mohs’ Scale): 9.3
• Density: 3.21 g/cm3
• Refractive Index: 2.654 – 2.967
• Dispersion: Low (0.104)
• Heat Resistance: 1550ºC – 3000ºC (decomposes at 2730ºC)
• Fracture: Conchoidal
• Specific Gravity: 3.218 – 3.22 g/cm3

Maintenance Tips for Champagne Moissanite

Champagne moissanite reflects as much as diamonds can, so you’ll have to ensure they keep glittering for longer. Exposing colored moissanite to scratches, dirt, and grime could ruin their appearance.
You need to get an airtight box with cushions to hold your gemmed earrings, wedding bands, or necklaces. Make sure the box has proper coating to prevent humidity that might damage the base metal of your jewelry.

Also, you can use a commercial jewelry cleaning solvent and a piece of tissue paper to wipe off dirt from your gemstones. Other methods include a mix of vinegar and baking soda, liquid soap, steam cleaners, and more.

It’s best to consult your jeweler for more information on the best options to maintain your champagne moissanite pieces for longer.

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