subject: Cubic Zirconium Diamond Replicas Or True Diamonds [print this page] Diamonds are, and have been the quintessential gemstone since time immemorial. They are a timeless tradition. Ancient Romans believed that diamonds would ward off evil and wealthy statesmen wore them as talismans. Since then, diamonds have taken on a much more romantic overtone, and for many years have been embedded onto metal rings, forged into engagement rings. The gift of a diamond ring is the ultimate sign of affection, an expression of a timeless love to parallel the timelessness of an immortal gem.
All of this flowery loveliness is not without its restraints and pitfalls, however. Diamonds are notoriously expensive, and the supplies of diamond are so limited that violence occurs daily over the mining and extraction of them, these gems referred to as 'blood diamonds'. A sobering thought for both world economics, and your wallet. Saving up the funds to afford one of these symbols of eternity can feel like they'll take an eternity themselves. It is a huge hurdle to say the least.
There are, as with any trouble in life, easier routes. Cubic zirconia diamonds are the prime candidate here. Not true diamonds, cubic zirconias are well disguised imitation diamonds. At a mere fraction of the price, the diamond you seek could be easily within your grasp. As with any trouble in life, however, the easier route is usually the less rewarding one in the long run. Cubic zirconias do not have the lasting power of a real diamond, inevitably fading and deteriorating in a fraction of time, similar to the fraction of its cost compared to a real diamond. As stated earlier, diamonds have always been renowned for their immortality and their infinite ability to stand the test of time. Cubic zirconias, in this sense, do not recreate the essence of a diamond, only its shallow exterior, an unfortunate association the precious gem has garnered. If a diamond is a classic piece of literature, a cubic zirconia is the same piece of literature, but with only the cover, and the pages inside blank.
Cubic zirconias, also known as CZs, are artificially manufactured gems that are created and sold to emulate the appearance and consistency of the diamond, at a much lower price. A very convincing doppelganger, the CZ is a very popular choice for jewelry seekers that are running on less thick wallets and more modest budgets. There are benefits and drawbacks to purchasing a cubic zirconia instead of a true diamond, and it is up the consumer to weigh these pros and cons to make a decision that will last them for many years.
The benefits to the cubic zirconium diamond replica are obvious: nearly identical in appearance, at a considerably lesser price. The drawbacks to the CZ are not so apparent at first glance, and will only be noticed over time. Cubic zirconias do not last as long as diamonds, as they will fade away and dissolve in a fraction of the amount of time a diamond will last, which is much longer than any of us, or our children or our children's children will ever get to witness. The cubic zirconia on the other hand may not last as many generations and will not have the priceless value of its heritage.
As diamonds are regarded as a symbol of eternal love, then the cubic zirconium diamond replica does not quite display this same symbolism as well as a true diamond does. A true diamond is something that can be treasured forever down a family line, for more time than you could possibly conceive. It is a symbol of the love that it represented between many people, their essences and emotions figuratively trapped inside of the gem itself.
Whether you simply cannot afford the high price of a diamond and would choose to have a copy of it to appease your needs of a beautiful piece of jewelry that you can give to another on your engagement day, or whether you would choose to save up and purchase a true diamond which will last forever, then make sure to examine all of the diamonds from reputable stores are on display at impressive prices.
