Crushed Ice Vs Brilliant Cut Moissanite Faceting
Your ring should be as unique as your love. One of the most defining elements of your moissanite gemstone is how it is faceted, the precise way it’s cut to enhance its fire, brilliance, and overall character.
Crushed Ice vs Brilliant Cut Moissanite: Understanding the Difference
At TMC Fine Jewellers, we believe your dream ring should reflect your personal style, down to the finest detail. Whether you’re drawn to the classic sparkle of a brilliant cut or the understated elegance of a crushed ice cut, understanding faceting types will guide you in making the perfect choice, with quiet confidence.
What is Faceting?
Faceting refers to how the gemstone has been cut and determines the internal appearance of the stone itself, rather than the shape. This process is undergone via grinding and polishing the stone to create a beautifully finished gemstone suitable for use in high quality jewellery.
Unlike diamonds, which are cut to maximise carat weight, moissanite gemstones are cut and faceted to maximise the divine fire and brilliance we all adore. Depending on the chosen cut, two stones in the same shape can appear quite differently. This is because the pattern and arrangement of facets on the stone, determined by the faceting process, has a direct impact on the stone’s overall visual appearance, including its brilliance, fire and distinctive look.
Crushed Ice Moissanite
Boasting a more subtle sparkle, a crushed ice cut moissanite stone has a multitude of small, randomised facets within the pavilion of the stone. This unique arrangement produces a distinct "crushed ice" effect where light enters the centre of the stone and reflects in multiple directions. Sometimes, the light bounces back up, while other times, it exits the stone entirely.
While the crushed ice effect may not reflect light as radiantly as brilliant cut moissanite, it has its own subtle beauty. The smaller facets of the crushed ice moissanite create a contrast between white light and the dispersed coloured light that is said to make the gemstone appear more diamond-like.
Crushed ice faceting is available in seven different gemstone shapes across Our Signature Range; oval, round, radiant, elongated cushion, pear, marquise and cushion.
Brilliant Cut Moissanite
Brilliant cut moissanite is a traditional and classic cut, expertly designed to optimise light refraction and maximise sparkle. The cut of the stone is carefully crafted to ensure that light travels efficiently through the centre of the stone, reflecting off the clear and precise facets, to create a captivating, bright sparkle.
With its mesmerising brilliance, a brilliant cut moissanite stone is a timeless choice for those seeking a classic and sophisticated look.
Brilliant cut faceting is available in seven different gemstone shapes across Our Signature Range; oval, round, radiant, elongated cushion, pear, marquise and cushion.
Brilliant Vs Crushed Ice Moissanite
Comparing these two distinct faceting styles side by side, crushed ice faceting may provide a closer visual resemblance to that of a diamond, particularly in elongated shapes like oval and pear. A moissanite with crushed ice faceting is the epitome of timeless beauty, boasting a more subtle sparkle. Boasting a modern and contemporary feel, a radiant moissanite with Brilliant Cut Faceting is simply captivating. A simply mesmerising faceting type.
Pictured, The Luise Ring with brilliant cut faceting (top) and The Luise Ring with crushed ice cut faceting (bottom).
So what should you choose? Crushed Ice or Brilliant Cut?
When it comes to making your choice, there is no right or wrong answer - the best faceting type is the one you love the most.
If you love a bright, timeless radiance, the brilliant cut is for you. If you’re wanting a more subtle sparkle, perhaps crushed ice is the better option for you. For a softer, more subtle shimmer, crushed ice faceting features smaller, randomised facets in the pavilion (bottom) of the stone, diffusing light in multiple directions. This results in a more diamond-like appearance, with delicate, scattered brilliance rather than bold flashes of light.
The Moissanite Company Signature Moissanite
At TMC Fine Jewellers, every moissanite is hand-cut to exact proportions, ensuring unparalleled fire, brilliance, and optical precision. We exclusively work with D Colour, VVS1 Clarity moissanite, so no matter which faceting style you choose, your stone will reflect the highest standards of beauty and craftsmanship.
Moissanite is the perfect choice for those seeking an ethical, sustainable alternative to diamonds, without compromising on brilliance or luxury. With our expert craftsmanship and bespoke design process, we bring your vision to life, creating a piece as meaningful and enduring as your love story.
Begin your journey today. Design your dream ring with our Signature Ring Builder or book a consultation for a no-obligation quote with our jewellery experts.
