subject: Cz Jewelry [print this page] We have all heard phrases like Diamonds are girls best friends, Diamonds are forever, shining like a diamond and many more, owing origin to the charisma and charm of a diamond. It has been looked upon as a means of wealth storage, a personal ornament, an exhibit of ones financial status and many such social and financial indicators. Diamonds and diamond jewelry have been objects of almost every womans desire for centuries and still are. However, not everyone can afford real diamonds. This is where Cubic Zirconium, or CZ, comes into the picture. A crystalline form of zirconium dioxide, manufactured artificially in any desired size and color, comes as the best substitute to a real diamond. CZ possesses almost all real diamond-like qualities and some even better than the real one at prices that are almost negligible compared to a real diamond with same attributes. There have been made several pieces of jewelry to adorn almost every part of the body, and CZ finds use in all of them. CZ substitutes diamonds in all kinds of jewelry like rings, necklaces, clip on earrings, bangles, bracelets, anklets, belts, etc. The edge that Cubic Zirconia jewelry has over real diamond jewelry is the exclusive property of CZ that it can be manufactured in any desirable size and color, and extremely complex and fine cuts can be made to attain immaculate shapes as CZ can withstand great pressure and even extremely high temperature. This gives the jewelry designer the freedom of creative expression and brings to creation even the wildest imaginations. Diamonds do not enjoy this quality, as they are naturally occurring and have several limitations pertaining to size, quality and cutting and polishing techniques. Cubic zirconia jewelry offers a greater variety of design and colors. It has been endorsed by the average citizen and celebrities alike. Cubic Zirconia jewelry is not only more dazzling and vibrant, but also possesses such perfect diamond-like qualities that it often outshines real diamond jewelry.
