Moissanite Stud Earrings, 0.1ct to 2ct in 925 Silver

These are round brilliant studs in 925 sterling silver, with nothing added to distract from the stone. Plain studs are the most versatile earring there is. They work on men and women, at work and in the evening, and they can be worn in a first hole or stacked up the ear. Because the stone is the whole design, the cut matters, and a round brilliant gives the most light return of any shape.

Each stone is D colour, VVS1 clarity moissanite. D is the top of the colourless range, so there is no warm tint, and VVS1 means any inclusion is invisible without magnification. Moissanite has a refractive index of about 2.65, higher than diamond's 2.42, so it flashes with more coloured fire, and it rates 9.25 on the Mohs scale against diamond's 10. Studs sit against hair, collars and pillows all day, so a hard stone that keeps its polish earns its place.

Five stone sizes are offered. The 3mm is 0.1ct, the 4mm is 0.3ct, the 5mm is 0.5ct, the 6mm is 0.8ct and the 8mm is 2ct. The small sizes are discreet and suit a second piercing. The 5mm and 6mm are the everyday pair most people choose. The 8mm is a statement stone. There are two backs to pick from. Screw backs hold the stone more securely and suit active wear, while push backs are quicker to put in and take out.

• Stone: round brilliant moissanite, D colour, VVS1 clarity
• Sizes: 3mm 0.1ct, 4mm 0.3ct, 5mm 0.5ct, 6mm 0.8ct, 8mm 2ct
• Metal: 100% 925 sterling silver
• Backs: screw back or push back
• Style: classic solitaire stud
• Fit: unisex