High-quality cubic zirconia (CZ) sterling silver jewelry is at the heart of many of today’s accessory trends. It contains all the beauty and brilliance of diamonds, without the overwhelming price and sometimes questionable ethics that surround gem mining practices around the world. Even the best-known exclusive jewelry designers are supplementing their product lines with “fake” versions that reflect the styles of classic gemstones. It is no longer considered “a cheap imitation” to use these artificial stones. Far from it, CZ jewelry is beautiful, durable, elegant, and easy to maintain. It is worn by women who appreciate classic and luxe trends, but who want pieces that can be worn for both casual and formal situations.
Here are the top five reasons why silver jewelry with cubic zirconia may be more desirable than diamonds.
one. Price. While a modestly sized diamond can be priced in the tens of thousands, a high-quality, flawless piece in the same design will cost no more than a few hundred.
2. Look. Their impressive facets and settings are so similar to gemstones that even many jewelers cannot tell them apart.
3. Portability. Often when traveling, you are asked to remove jewelry or repack accessories. With so many worries about tickets, passports, baggage and security, you are at risk of losing your precious items. Would you rather lose a $200 ring or a $20,000 ring?
Four. Style. CZ jewelry is made in every possible style imaginable. From earrings to necklaces, pendants and rings, you can easily find both iconic and timeless classics as well as one-of-a-kind pieces that fit your budget.
5. Ethics. Profits from diamond mining in war-torn countries are sometimes used to support war, insurgencies and perpetuate human rights abuses.
If you are considering a special purchase, consider the beautiful and dramatic pieces of zircon jewelry and accessories.