Moissanite vs. Diamond 2025: Which is the best choice for your ring?

INTRODUCTION

In recent years, more and more people in Italy are discovering moissanite as an alternative to diamonds: brilliant, ethical, accessible, and visually indistinguishable from the traditional stone.
But what is really the difference between moissanite and diamond ?
And what is the best choice for an engagement ring in 2025 ?

In this comprehensive guide, we analyze beauty, durability, price, ethics, and value , so you can choose the perfect piece of jewelry for you.

What is Moissanite?

Moissanite is an extraordinary gem discovered in the late 19th century in a meteorite crater. Today, it is created in laboratories using advanced techniques that guarantee purity, brilliance, and zero ethical impact .

Why is it conquering the Italian market in 2025?

• It shines brighter than diamond (higher refractive index)

• It is ethical and cruelty-free

• It costs 70% to 90% less

• It is perfect for modern engagement rings

Moissanite vs. Diamond: A Side-by-Side Comparison

1. Brilliance

• Moissanite : more intense sparkle, more evident colored fire

• Diamond : more discreet and “classic” brilliance

Moissanite often appears brighter to the naked eye.

2. Hardness and Resistance

• Diamond : 10/10 Mohs

• Moissanite : 9.25/10 Mohs

Both are perfect for everyday use and will last a lifetime.

3. Price

• 1ct diamond ring: €4,000 – €12,000

• 1ct moissanite ring : €300 – €1,000

Moissanite offers unbeatable value for money.

4. Ethics and Sustainability

Diamonds, even when certified, can have environmental and social impacts.
Moissanite, on the other hand, is 100% ethical, sustainable and transparent .

Moissanite in engagement rings 2025

Italians are increasingly looking for a ring that represents love, modernity and awareness .
This is why the moissanite engagement ring is today the preferred choice for young couples, professionals and those who want uncompromising luxury.

The main advantages:

• It looks like a diamond — but it shines brighter

• It costs less, so you can choose a larger stone

• It does not require any special maintenance

• Perfect for solitaires, trilogies, halos and modern silhouettes

“Can you see it's not a diamond?”

The answer is no .

With the naked eye, even non-professional experts cannot distinguish it.
Only jewelry equipment detects the structural difference.

This is why moissanite is considered the best alternative to diamond in 2025 .

Which stone lasts the longest?

Both last a lifetime.
Moissanite is even more heat resistant and does not yellow over time.

Moissanite: a choice of value, not compromise

Choosing moissanite does not mean "spending less", but getting more :

• more brilliance

• more ethical transparency

• more sizes for the same budget

• more freedom in ring design

Where to buy moissanite rings in Italy

Alter Luxe offers premium moissanite , with:

✓ perfect cut
✓ maximum brilliance
✓ 14K and 18K gold settings
✓ Italian style
✓ responsible production

Discover our collections:
Moissanite Engagement Rings
Moissanite Jewelry