1 Carat Yellow Gold Moissanite Ring+ 1.0-Carat Hearts and Arrows Forever One Moissanite

Moissanite actually produces more sparkle than a diamond, with a dispersion rating of 0.104 compared to a diamond's 0.044. Its double refraction creates rainbow-colored flashes that are particularly visible in direct light. Some people love this fire; others prefer the whiter, more restrained sparkle of a diamond.

Most 14k white gold alloys do contain nickel, which is used to achieve the white color in the metal mix. People with nickel allergies should be aware of this before choosing white gold. If sensitivity is a concern, platinum or palladium are naturally white metals that do not contain nickel and are fully hypoallergenic.

A 1 carat lab diamond typically costs between $800 and $2,500 depending on cut, color, and clarity. At 1 carat, this was the average diamond size for many decades before lab-grown diamonds came along, making it a proven, timeless choice. A comparable mined diamond of the same quality can cost $4,000 to $8,000 or more. That gap has widened in recent years as lab diamond production has grown. Lab grown offers significantly more stone for the same budget.

Lab diamonds are optically identical to natural diamonds. They have the same refractive index, the same hardness, and the same fire and brilliance. A skilled gemologist cannot distinguish them without laboratory testing. From a beauty standpoint, the only thing that separates a lab diamond from a mined one is the story of how it was created.

Do Amore uses Charles and Colvard moissanite, the original and leading moissanite producer. Specifically, they offer the Forever One grade, which is the colorless DEF range and produces the most diamond-like appearance available in moissanite. Charles and Colvard manufactures in North Carolina, and their moissanite comes with a product warranty from the manufacturer.