-- Moissanite Fine Jewelry Makes the Perfect Gift This Holiday for You or Someone You Love! --

MORRISVILLE, N.C., Dec. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Charles & Colvard, LTD (NASDAQ: CTHR), the global source of created moissanite gemstones, The Most Brilliant Jewel in the World^®, makes holiday shopping fun and affordable at Moissanite.com.  Created by Charles & Colvard, classic and Forever Brilliant moissanite are more brilliant than diamond at a fraction of the cost.  Beautifully designed in precious metals, hand-cut and polished, the luster and hardness of these beautiful gems will last for generations. Each gemstone also comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and limited lifetime warranty.

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Moissanite.com features an unparalleled selection of styles and price points for any style, budget and occasion. For the first time ever on moissanite.com, round brilliant stud earrings in 14k gold and sterling silver are available at unprecedented prices. Rings, bracelets and pendants as well as solitaires and bridal collections in contemporary, vintage and traditional styles start as low as $99.  Shipping is always free and holiday shoppers can also receive free gifts with purchase on top of these already great fine jewelry deals.

"Our expanded selection and enhancements to our website are all designed to delight our visitors to the extraordinary experience of owning and giving a beautiful piece of moissanite jewelry. We are glad to be a part of many happy holidays that include our beautiful moissanite jewelry," said Randy N. McCollough, CEO of Charles & Colvard. Jewelry is a popular item on those letters to Santa, and Moissanite.com wants to be the elves in the workshop this year. 

Shoppers looking to enjoy significant savings on fine jewelry this holiday season will discover many astonishing offers on Moissanite.com.  The additional savings customers will find make owning the white, bright gemstone more attainable than ever before.  Some of the special features include:

• A 100% guarantee that the recipient will love their moissanite piece
• Flexible payment options
• Full refunds within 30 days of the purchase

Created by Charles & Colvard^®, Moissanite and Forever Brilliant^® are the world's most stunning gemstones. More brilliant than diamond, Forever Brilliant^® and Moissanite gems dazzle from across the room even by candlelight.  With a hardness of 9.25, Forever Brilliant's icy white brilliance will last for generations. Each gemstone comes with a Certificate of Authenticity and a Limited Lifetime Warranty from Charles & Colvard.

About Charles & Colvard, Ltd.
Charles & Colvard, Ltd., based in the Research Triangle Park area of North Carolina, is the global sole source of moissanite, a unique, near-colorless created gemstone that is distinct from other gemstones and jewels based on its exceptional fire, brilliance, luster, durability, and rarity. Charles & Colvard Created Moissanite^® and Forever Brilliant^® are currently incorporated into fine jewelry sold through domestic and international retailers and other sales channels. Charles & Colvard, Ltd.'s common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "CTHR." For more information, please visit www.charlesandcolvard.com.

SOURCE Charles & Colvard, Ltd.