FAQ
Is Rikaa jewellery made of real silver ?
Yes. Every piece is made from certified 925 Sterling Silver and built for everyday wear. Hold onto your invoice and authenticity certificate - you may need them down the line
What is Moissanite? Is it a fake diamond?
Not at all. Moissanite is its own gemstone - first found inside a meteorite crater in 1893. It has nothing to do with being a "fake" anything. Here's what makes it stand apart:
- It sparkles more than a diamond. Moissanite has a higher refractive index (2.65 vs 2.42), so it throws more light and fire.
- It's nearly as hard as a diamond. At 9.25 on the Mohs scale, it's the second hardest gemstone on earth - built to last daily wear.
- It's lab-created and conflict-free. No mining, no ethical grey areas, no guilt.
- You get more for your money. The brilliance is real. The savings are real too. Moissanite doesn't tarnish, cloud, or lose its fire over time. What you see today is what you'll see years from now
Will Moissanite look like a diamond?
Side by side, they're nearly impossible to tell apart with the naked eye. If anything, Moissanite catches more light - it can show a slight rainbow flash under direct lighting, which most people find stunning. Nobody's going to look at your piece and think it's cheap
Does Moissanite fade or cloud over time?
No. Cubic zirconia clouds. Moissanite doesn't. It's chemically stable, so it holds its brilliance permanently. A Rikaa piece with Moissanite will look the same in 20 years as it does the day it arrives.
Will my jewellery look exactly like the website photos?
We do our best to photograph accurately, but our pieces are handcrafted, so minor differences in texture or finish can happen. That's actually part of the appeal - no two pieces are identical.
Does silver tarnish?
It can, yes. Sterling silver reacts to air, moisture, and chemicals over time - that's just the nature of the metal. It's not a defect and it's easily reversed with regular cleaning and proper storage. See the care guide below.
How do I look after my Rikaa jewellery?
A little care goes a long way:
• Put your jewellery on after perfume, makeup, and sanitiser - not before.
• Take it off before showering, swimming, or working out.
• After wearing, wipe it down with a soft dry cotton cloth.
• Store each piece in a separate zip-lock pouch inside an airtight box. Pieces stored
loose together will scratch.
• Keep it out of direct sunlight for extended periods.
• Polish occasionally with a jewellery cloth to bring the shine back.
• Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals on Moissanite-set pieces.