Cubic zirconium jewelry, found in a variety of jewelry styles, is increasing in popularity due to improvement in quality and clarity. If you're thinking of making your own jewelry, you may want to look into bulk purchases at wholesale prices. You will still be able to find the shape and cut of the stones you want, in the colors you want and save a ton of money rather than buying one at a time.
Cubic zirconium is man-made in a laboratory, and has the features of a diamond. It is often used as a replacement for the diamond, especially when the client wishes to replicate her own real diamond for everyday use thus eliminating the fear of loss. Even though the hardness of the C.Z. is not equal to the hardness of a diamond, the cubic zircon is still increasing in popularity because of its brilliant shine. In jewelry, it is the most popular choice for a diamond replacement . Because cubic zircon is available in various shapes, sizes and variety of colors, it is found in the most fashionable styles of jewelry including rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets.
All of the gemstones made in the laboratory carry the same traits and feature of their natural counterpart. They have become more popular for their beauty and less as a replacement of the original stone. The synthetic gemstones created in the laboratory have the same mineral in their make up as the natural stones. The cubic zircon however is different because its composition is to simulate a diamond, but be careful. A CZ can scratch glass so some people try to pass it off as a real diamond. When in doubt get a professional opinion. It is made with the same crystal system found in a diamond, but unlike its natural relatives the cubic zircon is not found in nature.
Synthetic gemstones are made to emulate all types of stones, including coral, diamond, alexandrite, emerald, sapphire, ruby, garnet, quartz, turquoise and many more. They are also found in the same fashionable shapes as their natural counterparts. They are available in, round, oval, pear, heart, trillion cut and baguettes.
Though the cubic zircon is a diamond replacement stone in jewelry, they also come in a large variety of colors. They are available, for instance, as oval-shaped champagne stones, heart-shaped pink stones, or pear-shaped blue stones. Each of the cubic zirconium colored stones are available in every shape a diamond can be cut into no matter the color.
Regardless of your purchase, wholesale or retail, always go for top quality stones. When buying wholesale make sure to look at their samples for the quality of the cut, the smoothness, the hardness, and the weight. If you are unable to detect a high quality stone, enlist the assistance of a good gemologist you can trust. When looking at wholesale, even though you are trying to find the best prices in stones, do not buy second hand stones.
Any jewelry you're making should wear, look and stand out as a high quality item. Cubic Zirconium is available in grades marked with A, triple A, and a 5A grade. The top line 5A offers the longest lasting brilliance and sparkle, therefore it is prized by discriminating clients. If you are going to make your own jewelry, make it the best it can be. Top drawer quality will always reward you with repeat business and a sterling reputation.
Allan Walker
