What is cubic zirconia?

Since cubic zirconia made its entrance into the fashion world back in 1978, no other synthetic gemstone has had as much impact as this one. Many have wondered what is so special about this type of jewelry. 

At Adamina we are passionate about delving into all the charms that surround our magnificent pieces of jewelry and we tell you about this gemstone Let me share with you all the details and secrets that make cubic zirconia a truly special choice in the jewelry universe!

What is cubic zirconia jewelry?

Cubic zirconia is a type of jewelry made of a synthetic, crystalline substance. It has become preferred as a diamond substitute because of its striking similarity in appearance and its more economical price.  

Unlike diamonds, cubic zirconia is not a natural mineral, but a human creation different from the natural gemstone zircon. Its formation process is through the fusion of zirconium powder and zirconium dioxide. The result is a crystalline substance that, although it can come in a variety of colors, stands out for being colorless, resistant, hard and flawless.

Cubic zirconia curiosities

The cubic zirconia has some distinctive peculiarities from traditional gemstones. There is something about it that captivates jewelry lovers. Some of the curiosities are:

• How it is synthesized: Cubic zirconia is synthesized in a controlled environment under intense heat that produces perfect crystalline structures.
• Born in the 1970s: Russian scientists discovered how to create cubic zirconia crystals in 1970.
• The symmetry of the crystals: Cubic zirconia stands out for the symmetry of its crystals, that is why it is called ''cubic''. In addition, the term ''zirconite'' refers to its chemical composition, zirconium oxide.
• Light intensity: Zirconia has no defined color, but is 100% colorless, which is why many prefer it for its intense play of light. When light hits it, it causes a striking multicolor effect, something that diamond does not achieve at such high levels.
• Healing properties: Zirconite has been attributed healing properties and is a very interesting stone from a scientific point of view. Lithotherapy gives many powers to zirconite, when used it acts as a soothing stone, capable of relieving pain.
• Durability: On the Mohs scale, it obtains a hardness score of 8.5, quite close to that of diamond, which reaches 10.

Difference between cubic zirconia and diamond

Cubic zirconia has been so perfected in modern times that it is difficult to differentiate it from real diamonds. However, some of its differences can be found in the following:

• Material: cubic zirconia is made by human-made materials while diamonds are natural materials.
• Hardness: diamond is the hardest gemstone, so it is difficult for cubic zirconia to be as hard as diamond, but nevertheless it is the same as zirconia.
• Variety of Colors: It has more flashes of colors when compared to diamonds.
• Resistance: Cubic zirconia is less brittle than diamonds, they do not have channels and this makes them less susceptible to cracks and chips.

Benefits of a cubic zirconia

Although cubic zirconia is known as the cheap copy of diamond, buying this type of elaborate jewelry offers numerous benefits, such as: 

• They are the best and most economical alternative to diamonds. If you've been longing to add a diamond to the collection but can't afford them, perhaps cubic zirconia is the perfect solution to bring your dreams to life. 
• You can easily replace the cubic zirconia in case it gets lost or broken. Its affordability makes buying another one not a big inconvenience so you can enjoy your jewelry without worry! 
• Cubic zirconia allows you to customize it to your liking, something that is not so easy with diamonds. You have a wide range of colors to choose from, and you can select the cut you want. The princess style diamond shape or simply square cut.
• It has a perfect and flawless design. As it is created synthetically, it does not present the marks that are sometimes found in diamond workmanship, such as blemishes, lines or imperfections. You can enjoy a flawless jewel, always looking radiant and carefree. 

Now that you know the cubic zirconia, in Adamina we have a fabulous variety of cubic zirconia earrings We are sure you will love them . Take a look at the catalog and discover the jewelry that will perfectly complement your style!