Moissanite vs Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamonds: How to Choose Your Center Stone
Here’s a clear, local guide from Farsi Jewelers in Sandy Springs to help you decide what’s right for your ring—moissanite, lab-grown diamond, or natural diamond.
Quick Comparison
- Moissanite: Very bright, excellent value, different optical look than diamond, very durable.
- Lab-grown diamond: Real diamond, same hardness and sparkle as natural, typically lower price per carat.
- Natural diamond: Traditional rarity and long-term heritage, broad range of qualities and prices.
Which Fits Your Priorities?
Max size for budget: consider lab-grown or moissanite.
Classic tradition: natural diamond.
Everyday durability: all three perform well; diamond is the hardest (10), moissanite ~9.25.
See It on Your Hand
Use our in-store custom ring builder to compare shapes and sizes in person—then review clarity/color grades and cut quality with a GIA Graduate Gemologist.
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Expert Insight
“There’s no one ‘best’ choice—only the best match for your style and budget. Seeing stones side by side in the builder makes the decision clear.” — Kam, GIA Graduate Gemologist
FAQs
Is moissanite as durable as diamond?
It’s very durable for daily wear (≈9.25 hardness). Diamond is the hardest at 10.
Do lab-grown diamonds test as real diamonds?
Yes—lab-grown are real diamonds with the same properties as natural.
Can I compare them in person?
Yes—book a session and try different shapes and sizes with our ring builder.
