Loose moissanite refers to individual moissanite gemstones that are not yet set into any piece of jewelry. These loose stones offer flexibility and versatility as they can be used for various purposes, such as being set into engagement rings, earrings, pendants, or other custom jewelry designs.
When purchasing loose moissanite, there are several factors to consider:
Size: Loose moissanite is available in various sizes, typically measured in millimeters (mm). The size you choose depends on your preferences and the intended use of the stone. Consider the size that will fit well within your desired jewelry setting.
Shape: Moissanite comes in a variety of shapes, including round, princess (square), cushion, emerald, oval, pear, and more. Selecting the shape is a matter of personal preference and the overall design you have in mind for your jewelry.
Color: Moissanite is naturally colorless, but it can also be found in a range of colors, including near-colorless (D-F), faint yellow (G-H), and very light yellow (I-J). Choose the color grade that appeals to you and complements your style.
Cut: The cut of a moissanite affects its brilliance and sparkle. Well-cut moissanite stones will have optimal light performance and fire. Look for stones with excellent or ideal cut grades for maximum brilliance.
Quality: Consider the quality of the moissanite, including its clarity and any visible inclusions. While moissanite is known for its high clarity, there may be variations in the level of clarity among different stones. Higher clarity grades are generally more desirable.
Certification: If you are concerned about authenticity and want assurance about the quality of your moissanite, you can look for stones that come with certification from reputable gemological laboratories. Certificates provide details about the stone's characteristics, including its color, clarity, cut, and carat weight.
Geoff and Naomi are dead, and they're depressed, but when Geoff's cat Bernie dies as well, they embark on a wild journey to find it in the underworld.
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When Geoff dies, alongside his girlfriend Naomi, they end up sharing an apartment in the Underworld as skeletons. But after a few years, Geoff starts suffering a mid-death crisis. What's the purpose of going through the motions as a skeleton if you can't really live? Then he gets word that his cat, Bernie, just died and he can collect him and bring him home! Geoff and Naomi hurry to get Bernie only to discover that, due to a clerical error, their cat has been lost. With the hunt for Bernie giving new purpose to Geoff's un-life, he and Naomi begin a quest to get back their cat. Battling skeleton pirates, climbing the sky ladder and facing off against the villain who took Bernie, Geoff is determined to find his purpose - or die a second time trying!
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