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Saturday, December 27, 2008 15:29
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There are so many things you need to consider when purchasing real diamonds, it can actually be a little scary.  Because of this, you may well be thinking of purchasing some faux diamond jewellery.Cubic zirconia is a very popular alternative to diamonds and is man made rather than naturally forming.  It was originally created to use a refractory material, which is impervious to heat and chemical damage.  They were developed by scientists so that they could be used in lasers which are used in optical operations.

The next time you look at a necklace or ring made with cubic zirconia you will know that it's been made from a combination of zirconium and oxide which has been heated to the extreme and then cooled.  The extreme temperature used to melt the zirconium is created by the use of a very large microwave.  By doing this the center of the zirconium  would melt but the outside would stay cool thus preventing the molten liquid from spilling out.

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Recently manufacturers have been covering the cubic zirconia with a thin layer of carbon.  Why should they do this?  Because they want to make is even stronger.  In addition to this you will also be able to enjoy a product that looks more like a diamond.  However all good things must come to an end because it's not as good as diamonds and the lawyer just scratches off.

The differences between the diamond and the cubic zirconia can only be seen under a microscope.  A cubic zirconia will weigh more than a diamond of the same exact size. The cubic zirconia has in essence no flawless unlike a diamond.  Also, when looking at both stones under the microscope you will see that there are differences in terms of how the cutting tools affect the appearance.

When it comes to other diamond alternatives, a synthetic monissanite has become very popular in recent years.  Despite competition on the market, cubic zircon has remained very popular for those looking buy cheap fashion accessories.  Not everyone is made of money and can afford to pay thousands of dollars on real diamonds so cubic zircon is by far a better option.  Although there are many women who have the idea that they won't wear anything else other than real diamonds, there are still splenty of women who are more that happy to wear CZ.  This sort of jewelry might also be great as part of a gift basket for women.



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