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Moissanite Rings in Pakistan β 925 Sterling Silver | Zanvari
Handcrafted moissanite rings in 925 sterling silver, made to order in Karachi. The collection spans 76 designs across every major cut: round brilliant, oval, cushion, emerald, pear, princess, and asscher. Third generation jewellers since 1947.
Every moissanite of 1 carat and above comes with a GRA grading card. Below, we explain exactly what that card is and is not β because most sellers in Pakistan will not.
What moissanite actually is
- Silicon carbide β a genuinely different mineral from diamond, not an imitation of one
- Hardness 9.25 Mohs β second only to diamond, built for lifetime daily wear
- Refractive index 2.65β2.69 vs diamond's 2.42 β it bends more light
- Dispersion 0.104 vs diamond's 0.044 β more than twice the fire. This is measurable, not marketing
- Always lab-grown β natural moissanite is effectively nonexistent. No mining, no conflict association, and a fully traceable origin
- Not cubic zirconia β CZ is 8β8.5 Mohs, clouds and scratches within a year. Moissanite does not
Cuts available
- Round brilliant: 58 facets, maximum brilliance. The universal engagement choice. From Rs. 12,900.
- Oval: Elongates the finger, softer than round β the fastest-growing engagement shape globally. From Rs. 14,900.
- Cushion: Soft square with rounded corners β vintage warmth with modern fire. From Rs. 14,900.
- Emerald: Rectangular step facets β architectural and sleek. Flashes in broad planes rather than sparkles. From Rs. 15,900.
- Pear: Teardrop β asymmetric, distinctive, elongating. From Rs. 14,900.
- Princess: Square brilliant, 76 facets β crisp and modern. From Rs. 22,600.
- Asscher: Square step cut with deep facets β Art Deco. From Rs. 23,500.
Moissanite vs diamond β the honest ledger
| Property | Moissanite | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | 9.25 Mohs | 10 Mohs β harder |
| Refractive index | 2.65β2.69 β higher | 2.42 |
| Dispersion (fire) | 0.104 β more than double | 0.044 |
| Origin | Lab-grown, traceable | Mined or lab-grown |
| Price | A fraction | Multiples more |
| Resale value | Effectively none | Poor, but not none |
Diamond wins on hardness. Moissanite wins on fire and price. Neither is an investment β read the full comparison.
Made to order in Karachi
Every ring is handcrafted to order at our workshop in Saddar. Production takes 10β16 business days. Delivery across Pakistan takes 3β5 weeks. COD available on select designs. WhatsApp 0342 8269771 for enquiries.
Lifetime free rhodium replating on every piece. Buy-back at 50% of invoice as exchange credit, or 30% in cash.
Frequently asked questions
Is moissanite the same as cubic zirconia?
No. Moissanite is silicon carbide at 9.25 on the Mohs scale. Cubic zirconia is 8β8.5 and clouds and scratches with wear, usually within a year. Moissanite's brilliance is permanent. They are different stones at different prices, and CZ is routinely sold as moissanite in Pakistan's lower-end market.
What does GRA certified actually mean?
Less than the phrase suggests, and we would rather tell you than let you assume.
GRA is not a gemological laboratory. The cards are pre-printed, purchased in bulk by trading companies with control numbers already assigned, and no facility examines your individual stone. When you verify a number online, you confirm the card is a genuine GRA card β not that anyone measured your moissanite.
Your stone is almost certainly genuine moissanite regardless. What the card does not do is independently grade it. We include one because it is a useful specification record and the convention of the trade β and we call it a grading card, not a certificate. The full explanation is here.
What about D colour and VVS1 clarity?
Nearly every moissanite sold in Pakistan is described as D/VVS1. That grade comes from the printing run, not from a gemologist examining your stone.
Modern moissanite is genuinely grown colourless β it is not a yellow stone treated to hide its colour, which is an outdated claim you may still hear. But if you want your specific stone independently graded, send it to GIA or IGI. They will assess it properly, for a fee. Note that laboratories generally do not assign clarity grades to moissanite the way they do for diamond, which is itself informative about what a VVS1 stamp is worth.
Can anyone tell it is not a diamond?
A jeweller with a loupe can, in about two seconds β moissanite is doubly refractive, so facet edges appear doubled under magnification. A stranger across a room cannot. Buy moissanite because you want moissanite, not because you hope to pass it off as something else.
Which cut should I choose for an engagement ring?
Round brilliant is the most universally loved β maximum sparkle, timeless shape. Oval is the fastest-growing choice; it elongates the finger and reads larger than a round of the same carat. Cushion and emerald suit vintage or architectural tastes. WhatsApp 0342 8269771 for guidance.
Is COD available for moissanite rings in Pakistan?
Yes, on select designs. Contact 0342 8269771 on WhatsApp to confirm before ordering.
How long does delivery take?
Production takes 10β16 business days. Delivery across Pakistan takes 3β5 weeks. WhatsApp updates throughout.