Premium Sterling Silver or Gold Plated Cubic Zirconia Halo Earrings

Product Details:

The classic drop earrings feature a 7mm round cubic zirconia center stone surrounded by halos of 1.25 round cubic zirconia stones. Crafted in rhodium over sterling silver, the lever back style earrings are secure and comfortable to wear, measuring 12mmx12mm.

Material: Cubic Zirconia and Rhodium-plated-silver Item Dimensions: Length - 1.1 inches, Width - 5 inches Country of Origin: China

About Cubic Zirconia:

Cubic Zirconia is a man-made stone that is optically close to diamond, with most jewelers unable to distinguish it from a real diamond with the naked eye. It is a high-quality synthetic gemstone that imitates the appearance of diamonds. Cubic zirconia is zirconium oxide (ZrO2), a mineral that is extremely rare in nature.

Comparison to Diamonds:

The overall brilliance and fire of quality CZ stones is equal to that of diamond to the untrained eye. Cubic zirconia can be evaluated using the same qualities that diamonds and other gemstones are graded by: the Four Cs (color, clarity, cut, and carat weight). CZ is a virtually flawless equivalent to a diamond on the clarity chart and can be made entirely colorless, equivalent to a perfect score on the color grading scale of diamonds. The primary difference is that cubic zirconia is 70% heavier than diamond, although it is extremely durable with a hardness rating of 8.5 compared to 10 for diamond.

Fun Facts about CZ:

The process for transforming rough cubic zirconia crystal into a faceted, polished stone is virtually the same as for diamonds and other natural gemstones. CZ jewelry can be safely worn at the beach without risk of damage to the stone, as CZ is harder than sand. Zircon is a much softer natural gemstone and is not related to cubic zirconia. Cubic zirconia production reached 50 million carats by 1980, and demand continues to grow.

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