Cubic zirconia is a synthetic gemstone made from zirconium dioxide. When manufactured into a crystallized form, it appears colorless and shiny like a diamond. The cubic zirconia has been the main competitor for diamonds since it became popular over 30 years ago. Women love cubic zirconia jewelry because the gems can be used for bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings to mimic the look of diamonds. Men love the jewelry because it provides a more affordable option when shopping for jewelry gifts. One very popular use of this gemstone is for cubic zirconia earrings. Studs made from cubic zirconia are of a size that no one can tell it’s not a diamond. This makes it popular for gifts to young girls, mothers, and grandmothers.
Types of Earrings Available
The most popular type of cubic zirconia earrings is studs. Although this gemstone is often colorless, it is available in colored varieties. You can find purple, pink, and blue gems, although they won’t provide the same effect of looking like a diamond as a colorless gem does. Studs come in all of the typical diamond setting shapes likes round, square, pear, and marquis. People with sensitive ears can find cubic zirconia studs with nickel free posts to help prevent skin irritation. For women who prefer a dangle earring, there are teardrop styles available. Cubic zirconia can also be combined with other synthetic materials like pearls to create a multi-faceted look.
Saving Money with Cubic Zirconia
The amount of money saved with synthetic diamond jewelry is substantial. You can purchase a set of three to five earrings for as little as $50, while real diamonds would set you back hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars. Jewelry pieces can also be designed to include real gemstones offset with cubic zirconia. This allows you to purchase an authentic gem, like a ruby, but offset the cost by having it displayed with synthetic diamonds. For small cubic zirconia earrings studs make the perfect gift for little girls who want to feel like they’re wearing big girl jewelry but aren’t ready for the real thing. Teens and young adults who want to save their more expensive jewelry for fancy occasions, can collect cubic zirconia jewelry to wear to every occasion and still have the wow factor of real diamonds.
