The brilliance of a diamond, without the compromises
At 1HundredCuts, moissanite is the star stone behind every piece we make. It's not a "diamond imitation" or a lesser alternative — it's a stone with its own identity, and with advantages that often surpass those of a traditional diamond. Here's what you should know:
Moissanite has a higher refractive index than diamond. In simple terms: it reflects more light and produces more colorful flashes (what's known as "fire"). Under natural light, a well-cut moissanite can actually look more alive than a diamond of the same size.
On the Mohs scale, diamond sits at 10 — the maximum possible hardness. Moissanite comes right behind it at 9.25. That makes it practically indestructible for everyday wear: it resists scratches, knocks, and the wear and tear of being worn daily — something softer stones (like cubic zirconia) simply can't handle.
Our pieces are set with VVS1 (very very slightly included) moissanite in D color, the highest and most colorless grade that exists on the gemstone grading scale. That means stones that are practically flawless to the naked eye, with no visible inclusions.
Discover the best of both worlds
