Cubic Zirconia
Cubic Zirconia · Princess Cut
Good Cut
Carat
Estimated 0.50 - 0.75 carats based on visual proportions
Color
Colorless (equivalent to D-E range)
Clarity
Eye-clean (equivalent to VS1 range)
Shape
Princess Cut
Overall Assessment
A bright, attractive square-cut synthetic simulant with good sparkle and clarity, ideal for fashion jewelry
Cut Quality
Good
Brilliance
High initial brilliance typical of high refractive index simulants
Fire
Strong dispersion, showing pronounced rainbow flashes
Scintillation
Good sparkle with sharp contrast between dark and bright areas
Proportions
Standard square princess cut proportions with a moderate table
Symmetry
Fair to Good, sharp corners typical of square cuts
Polish
Good, smooth facet junctions
Fluorescence
None observed
Inclusions
None visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Minor surface wear visible on facet edges
Origin
Synthetic / Lab-created simulant
Treatment Detection
None required, man-made material
Estimated Value
$10 - $50 (market value for cubic zirconia jewelry)
Certification Estimate
Not typically certified by major labs (GIA/AGS) as it is a synthetic simulant
Investment Potential
Low, cubic zirconia does not retain resale value
Similar Diamonds
High-grade natural or lab-grown princess cut diamonds
Setting Suggestions
Four-prong corner setting in sterling silver or white gold
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh chemicals and scratching
Interesting Facts
Cubic zirconia has a higher dispersion (fire) than natural diamond, causing more rainbow flashes