Who makes the highest quality cubic zirconia?

Since 1985 Birkat Elyon is the industry leader in the world's finest cubic zirconia (CZ) jewelry market. What makes our jewelry the best? Cubic zirconia was invented in Russia in the 1970s, as a diamond alternative for use in laser technology.

What is the highest rated cubic zirconia?

Birkat Elyon is renowned as a jeweler for only using the highest grade on the market, Russian Formula. Of the five readily available forms of CZ, Russian Formula is the only type that will catch the light so beautifully; even experienced gemologists have difficulty telling its difference from a real diamond.

How can you tell a good cubic zirconia?

The best way to tell a cubic zirconia from a diamond is to look at the stones under natural light: a diamond gives off more white light (brilliance) while a cubic zirconia gives off a noticeable rainbow of colored light (excessive light dispersion).

Which is better Swarovski vs cubic zirconia?

Simply put, Swarovski Zirconia is a better variant of Cubic Zirconia. It's also more expensive, however, as it bears the Swarovski brand and is of a higher quality.

Are cubic zirconia diamonds worth anything?

Cubic zirconia simulants are much, much cheaper than mined diamond. For example, a flawless 1 carat round colorless diamond graded D costs around $12,000 whereas a 1 carat cubic zirconia is only worth $20.

Different Grades of CUBIC ZIRCONIA (CZ) STONES Comparison

Are there different grades of cubic zirconia?

The six categories used to describe the quality of cubic zirconia are: AAAAA (the highest quality), AAAA, AAA, AA, A and AB (the lowest quality). The highest quality stones are hard and clear, while the lowest quality stones are cloudy and soft. Most cubic zirconia sold today are rated as AAA quality stones.

Does CZ pass diamond tester?

Can CZ pass a diamond tester? No. Cubic Zirconia (or CZ) does not have high enough thermal conductivity to pass. So, when you test a CZ with a diamond tester, it will not show as diamond.

Which sparkles more Swarovski or cubic zirconia?

Also often incorporating coloured stones, Swarovski Crystal jewellery is not generally designed to be a replica for real diamond jewellery. It is sometimes said that Swarovski Crystals have a 'softer' sparkle than Cubic Zirconia, having more of a 'vintage' feel to it.

Which is better cubic zirconia or Moissanite?

Moissanite has a hardness score of 9.25 and CZ, 8-8.5. This means that Moissanite is harder to a clear extent. As for the “toughness” rating, which would indicate how likely or unlikely the stones are to break, Moissanite really kills it here. It has a toughness rating of 7.6 PSI to 2.4 of Cubic Zirconia.

Which is better CZ or crystal?

Swarovski crystals are cheaper than cubic zirconia. This is due to the complicated manufacturing process and materials used in CZ. It's also worth noting that CZ is more durable than Swarovski Crystals and can be cut with more facets, offering a better light refraction than Swarovski crystals.

Do cubic zirconia lose their sparkle?

An accumulation of surface scratches will reduce a cubic zirconia's brilliant shine over time. Any chemical that comes into contact with CZ can cause it to look dull and lose its sparkle. Thankfully, there are some easy ways you can clean your jewelry to help restore it to its original condition.

Are cubic zirconia the same as lab created diamonds?

The difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds is that lab-grown diamonds are created synthetically in laboratories, while natural ones are mined from the earth. Cubic zirconia is also a synthetically created stone, but its crystal structure and chemical composition are completely different.

What is 5A cubic zirconia?

Rated from lowest quality grade to highest, A, or 1A, are considered the lowest grade of machine-cut CZ while AAAAA, or 5A, are considered the very best. Rated based upon hardness, 5A cubic zirconia have a hardness of 8.5. Hand-Cut CZ Stones Quality.

What is Russian cubic zirconia?

Cubic zirconia was invented in Russia in the 1970s, as a diamond alternative for use in laser technology. Later, those stones were introduced to the jewelry industry as a gem material because their clarity and brilliance make them an exceptionally good substitute for diamond.

Can the average person tell the difference between cubic zirconia and diamond?

You can easily tell the difference between the two if your measurements are correct and if you are using a standard scale. Another differentiating feature is that diamonds are the hardest substances found in the world. Their hardness is around 10 on the Mohs scale.

Is 5A cubic zirconia real diamonds?

A cubic zirconia is a real cubic zirconia, but it is not a real diamond. There are a few types of stones that are used as diamond simulants, but cubic zirconia is by far the most common and the most realistic.

Is Russian stone cubic zirconia?

The eye appeal is equivalent to the world's finest gem-quality, D-E colorless, VVS clarity diamonds. Hand cut from only the highest quality cubic zirconia rough material Russian Brilliants are convincingly the most natural looking diamond simulant.

Is Swarovski a moissanite?

Moissanite does have inclusions like a diamond and it may also have a greenish tinge to its colour. Swarovski Crystal isn't a gemstone or even a crystal it's a form of glass that's made at high temperatures by melting silicon oxide powders with lead to form what is known as lead crystal.

Is white sapphire better than cubic zirconia?

White sapphire is found naturally using mining techniques, whereas cubic zirconia is artificially created. White sapphire has the highest refractive index out of all-natural gemstones, whereas Cubic zirconia has an even higher refractive index, which makes it look more like a diamond.

What crystals are better than Swarovski?

The answer is Preciosa Crystals. They offer an equivalent level of sparkle and brilliance to Swarovski Crystals. With similar shine and depth but at a more affordable price point. The best part you can use our BeJeweler line with Preciosa Crystals as well!!

How can you tell the difference between crystal and cubic zirconia?

Crystal always has a light, warm reflective quality that can never be overlooked. On the other hand, CZ or Cubic Zirconia can have many facets and cuts. Due to this, Cubic Zirconia has a specific visual texture and depth.

What is the difference between zircon and cubic zirconia?

Zircon is made of zirconium silicate, whereas cubic zirconia is made of zirconium oxide. Both of the gemstones are hard to differentiate from each other and are confused as being the same.

Can CZ diamonds get wet?

Showering?”. The only real exception to “don't get your jewelry wet!” advice would be for a few moments during a gentle jewelry cleaning such as that described in the answer to FAQ “How do I clean my cubic zirconia jewelry?”.

How do you tell if a diamond is real with a flashlight?

Simply hold the loose diamond near a light source, like a lamp, and see the reflection of the light from the diamond. This test will be best if there is another gem that you'll compare along with it, like cubic zirconia. You'll see how different their effects are to light.

Does moissanite look fake?

Moissanite is often compared to diamonds and therefore is often treated as a “fake” diamond or “diamond look-alike” rather than a gemstone in its own right. As it looks very similar and has some similar properties, the use of moissanite in jewellery is discussed as a choice of moissanite vs diamond.