Cubic zirconia, also known as CZ, have the look and feel of genuine diamonds at less than a fraction of the cost. Like diamonds, Cubic zirconia gem may be cut into many shapes and also comes in every imaginable color.

A cubic zirconia gem has less sparkle than a diamond, but this does not change the beauty of a cubic zirconia gem. This gem is so ostensibly close to a diamond that only a trained eye can easily differentiate the two. Cubic zirconia is relatively hard, at about 8.5 on Mohs scale. CZs hardness is nothing compared to a diamond, but it is much harder than most other gems out here today.

Cubic zirconia is a popular gem to be used in every type of jewelry. This beautiful gem is made into rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and many more. Gemologists agree that Cubic Zirconia is the finest diamond substitute due to their matching characteristic. The appearance of a diamond and a cubic zirconia gem are almost alike, but there are some differences.

Cubic zirconias are cut to lesser standards then a diamond but it is not noticeable to the naked eye. They can be made entirely colorless, but for diamonds only the rarest are colorless. Cubic Zirconia comes in different quality gradings, so then educate yourself to the important facts when choosing your jewelry.