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ABOUT
CUBIC ZIRCONIA
The CZ story began in 1937, when the cubic form of zirconium oxide
(CZ for short), was discovered by two German mineralogists. It wasn't
until the 1970"s however - when Soviet scientists learned how
to "grow" this mineral in a laboratory - that it became
popular with jewelry designers.
Gemologists agree that Cubic Zirconia is the finest diamond stimulant
because it comes closer than any other gem material to matching
the characteristics of a diamond. Most people, even trained gemologists,
cannot tell the difference with the naked eye.
Almost all the cubic zirconia rough in the market, today, is chemically
comprised of zirconium oxide and yttrium oxide. Individually, both
of these materials are opaque, white ores, but when they're melted
together under appropriate conditions, they combine to form an amazingly
brilliant, clear crystal.
Producing fine cubic zirconia is an art in itself. The extremely
high temperature required to melt the ores (almost 5,000 degrees
Fahrenheit) is too hot for any conventional crucible, or melting
vessel, to withstand. Therefore, to produce cubic zirconia, a "skull
crucible" system is used, where the melting zirconia powder
actually creates the sides of its own container during its manufacture.
Cooling this extremely hot molten ore is the most crucial step in
the entire process. A carefully programmed cooling procedure is
needed to form the flawless crystals that become cubic zirconia
gemstones.
Like diamonds, the best cubic zirconia are colorless (or white)
and don't lose their brilliance. Given proper cleaning, the cubic
zirconia will retain its beauty for years.
If you do happen to chip or scratch it, it's only a few dollars
to replace the stone with a new one.
To fill the need for colors, manufacturers also produce a variety
of colored cubic zirconia.
Cubic zirconias are cut in the same way diamonds are. The size of
the gemstone is usually indicated by its weight in carats, a carat
being one-fifth (1/5) of a gram. The stone can also be measured
in millimeter diameter size.
Because the cubic zirconia stone is so dense and solid, it outweighs
a diamond of the same millimeter size, weighing 1.7 times more than
a diamond of the same millimeter diameter. When we talk about carat
weight to describe a CZ, we use the diamond equivalent weight or
the diameter of the stone in millimeters.
The best cleaning agent for cubic zirconia is liquid dishwashing
detergent. But, other cleaners can be used, preferably those without
ammonia. Natural skin oils, soap,
and dirt cause a film that dulls the beauty and luster of the cubic
zirconia, just as it dulls real diamonds.
A cubic zirconia is as hard as a good sapphire coming in at 8.5
on the MOHS hardness scale.
When you shop at Jewels Lovers.com, you can enjoy Cubic Zirconia
Jewelry set in Sterling Silver and be confident that the quality
of your gems will be as beautiful as those costing thousands of
dollars more.
All Jewels Lovers.com jewelry is set with Top Grade Zirconia in
Sterling Silver mountings...
A Jewels Lovers.com Cubic Zirconia is GUARANTEED to stay bright
- like a diamond - forever. It is impossible to tell the difference
between a diamond and a well-cut cubic Zirconia without a tester,
a scale or the high magnification of an electron microscope.
Jewels Lovers.com jewelry is so authentic it has all the fire and
depth of brilliance of the finest natural gem stones.
They're not imitation diamonds - they're genuine cubic zirconia!
Our CZ's are already converted to diamond equivalency.
Therefore, one of our 1 Ct. CZ's would be equivalent to a 1 Ct.
diamond.
Once you compare the quality of our stones, the weight and body
of the silver and the price. You will never buy CZ jewelry anywhere
else.
Our jewelry is so spectacular; it will look like you have been shopping
at a world class jewelry store. Visit our store to compare our prices,
quality and workmanship. You'll never want to shop anywhere else.
If you're looking for something different, we specialize in designing
pieces exclusively for our customers. Send, or Email us pictures
or drawings and we'll design jewelry exclusively for you.
Caring for your CZ Jewelry
1. Cubic Zirconia that is set in sterling silver can be worn every
day.
2. While almost as hard as diamond, CZ is more brittle. So take
precautions, such as removing CZ jewelry when doing heavy work.
(Even a diamond can chip if hit a certain way.)
3. Remove your CZ jewelry before showering or cleaning, because
soap can leave a sparkle-dimming film. Similarly, remove jewelry
when applying makeup and face/body powder, as they can dull its
shine.
4. Avoid touching your cubic zirconia stones; the natural oils on
your fingers can leave a film that dulls the brilliance.
5. Have your jewelry checked by a jeweler regularly. Your jeweler
will check for loose settings and professionally clean the jewelry
as well.
Cleaning your CZ jewelry
The more you clean your CZ jewelry, the more spectacular it will
look. All jewelry loses its beauty if soap, hand cream, dirt, and
body oils collect and solidify on it.
Our Colored Stones
Besides cubic zirconia jewelry, you will find a number of pieces
featuring both cz's and simulated emeralds, rubies, sapphires, amethyst
and blue topaz as well as the exciting new simulated tanzanite
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