Moissanite Price in Italy 2025: How Much Does It Really Cost?
If you're looking for an engagement ring that combines breathtaking beauty, exceptional quality, and guaranteed ethics without having to take out a mortgage, moissanite has probably already caught your attention.
But a question arises: what is the true price of moissanite in Italy in 2025? And, above all, how is it possible that a gem visually more brilliant than a diamond costs a fraction of its price?
In this definitive guide, we'll analyze the Italian market with transparency, explaining what determines the cost of moissanite and showing you, with numbers in hand, how much you can save by choosing the conscious luxury of Alter Luxe.
Comparison Table: Moissanite vs. Diamond (Prices Italy 2025)
The most immediate way to understand the value of moissanite is to compare it directly with a natural diamond of similar characteristics (excellent cut, high color and clarity).
Here is an estimate of market prices in Italy for 2025:
| Carats (Size) | Moissanite Average Price* | Diamond Average Price** | Estimated Savings |
| 0.50 ct | €100 - €180 | €1,800 - €3,500 | 95% |
| 1.00 ct | €150 - €250 | €5,000 - €10,000 | 97% |
| 2.00 ct | €280 - €450 | €18,000 - €35,000 | 98% |
| 3.00 ct | €450 - €700 | €40,000 - €70,000+ | 99% |
| 4.00 ct+ | €600 - €1,000 | €80,000 - €150,000+ | 99% |
*Moissanite prices are for high-quality gems (DEF Color, VVS1) such as those used by Alter Luxe, mounted in 10K Silver or Gold.
**Diamond prices are estimates based on traditional jewelry price lists for good quality stones (G/H Color, VS2).
The Prime Example: The 1-Carat Solitaire
Let's take the classic engagement ring:
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1ct Natural Diamond: In a mid-range Italian jewelry store, expect to pay between €6,000 and €8,000 for a good-quality stone.
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Alter Luxe Athena 1ct Solitaire Ring : With a top quality moissanite (D color, VVS1 clarity) and 925 silver setting, the price is €159 .
The savings are over €6,000 (about 97%). For the same visual impact.
What Determines the Price of Moissanite?
Unlike diamonds, whose price increases exponentially with carat weight (a 2-carat diamond costs much more than double that of a 1-carat one), the price of moissanite is more linear and transparent.
Here are the main factors that influence the final cost of your Alter Luxe jewelry:
1. Size (Carats)
The cost of the rough gem increases with size, but in a manageable way.
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Example: A 1ct ring might cost €159, while a 3ct version of the same design (like our gorgeous Hera Elongated Cushion ) costs €279. An affordable price jump for a huge visual difference.
2. Gem Quality (Color and Clarity)
Moissanite is produced in different qualities.
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Premium (DEF): Colorless, the highest and most desired quality.
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Commercial (GHI or lower): May have slight yellowish or gray hues and costs less.
At Alter Luxe, we use only Premium DEF VVS1 Moissanite , ensuring that each ring has maximum brilliance and is indistinguishable from the purest diamonds, without compromising on price.
3. Cutting Complexity
Classic cuts like the Round Brilliant are standard. More complex or trendy cuts, like the Oval, Cushion, Pear, or Marquise , may have a slight surcharge due to the greater workmanship required.
👉 Explore all the cuts available in our Engagement Collection .
4. The Frame Metal (Key Factor)
This is often the factor that most affects the final price of the jewel, not the stone itself.
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925 Sterling Silver Plated (Budget Option): €150 - €250. Ideal for those who want maximum visual impact at the lowest cost.
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10K / 14K Gold (Balanced Option): €300 - €600. The best compromise between durability, value, and price.
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18K Gold or Platinum (Luxury Option): €600 - €1,200+. For those who desire the weight and prestige of the most precious metals.
Alter Luxe offers the ability to customize metal on almost any design. Contact us for a personalized quote .
Why is Moissanite so much cheaper than Diamond?
Many customers ask, "If it's so beautiful and durable, what's the catch?" There's no catch, just science and economics.
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Lab-Based vs. Mined: Moissanite is created in high-tech laboratories, a costly but controllable process. Diamonds require immense mining operations, with enormous environmental and human costs.
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Short Supply Chain: Diamonds pass through dozens of intermediaries (miners, sightholders, cutters, wholesalers, jewelers) before reaching you. Each step adds a markup. With moissanite, the supply chain is direct.
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Absence of "Monopoly": The diamond market has historically been controlled to keep prices artificially high by limiting supply. The moissanite market is free and competitive.
The Myth of "Resale Value"
The high price of diamonds is often justified by their supposed "investment value." In 2025, it's important to dispel this myth.
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Diamond Truth: A diamond purchased at a jewelry store immediately loses 40% to 60% of its value the moment you leave the store. Reselling a ring that cost €6,000 often means you'll get less than €2,500.
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Moissanite Truth: Because the initial cost is so low, the concept of "loss" is irrelevant. A €200 ring isn't a financial investment; it's an investment in your happiness, one that doesn't leave you with thousands of euros in "lost value."
Moissanite allows you to keep your money in your pocket (or in the bank) from day one, instead of locking it away in a stone that depreciates.
What Can You Do With Saved Money?
Choosing Alter Luxe doesn't mean settling, it means spending wisely.
Imagine you have a wedding budget of €10,000.
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Traditional Scenario: You spend €8,000 on a 1ct diamond ring. You have €2,000 left for everything else.
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Alter Luxe Scenario: You purchase the gorgeous ring Emily Toi et Moi (a star choice!) for around €249.
Result: You saved €7,751.
With this amount of money, you can pay for a dream honeymoon, make a down payment on a new car, or furnish part of your future home. True luxury is the freedom of choice.
Conclusion: The Right Price for 2025
The price of moissanite in Italy in 2025 reflects a shift in consumer mentality. We're no longer willing to pay unjustified markups for an outdated status symbol.
Alter Luxe offers you the opportunity to own jewelry that has nothing to envy of traditional fine jewelry in terms of beauty and durability, at a price that respects your wallet and your values.
Are you ready to choose smart luxury?
👉 Start your search for your perfect ring now in our Engagement Collection.
Still have doubts about the difference between the two gems? Read our in-depth article: Moissanite vs. Diamond: A Valuable Choice .