Cubic Zirconia or Glass Simulation
Cubic Zirconia or Glass Simulation · Round Brilliant (Pavé/Channel Set)
Good to Very Good (Standard commercial cut for small accent stones) Cut
Carat
Estimated at approximately 0.01 to 0.02 carats per individual stone
Color
Colorless (Simulated D-E-F)
Clarity
Eye-Clean (Simulated IF-VVS)
Shape
Round Brilliant (Pavé/Channel Set)
Overall Assessment
The piece consists of small, uniform simulated or synthetic stones set in a curved fashion earring line, designed purely for aesthetic appeal rather than intrinsic gemstone value.
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good (Standard commercial cut for small accent stones)
Brilliance
Moderate to High, typical of high-refractive-index simulants like cubic zirconia
Fire
High dispersion, noticeable rainbow flashes characteristic of diamond simulants
Scintillation
Good flash of light with movement across the curved row
Proportions
Standard standard round brilliant melee proportions, shallow depth typical of pave settings
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
None to Faint
Inclusions
None visible to the naked eye; microscopic inclusions typical of synthetics or simulated stones are absent
Blemishes
Minor surface wear or abrasions common in fashion jewelry
Origin
Man-made simulant / Factory manufactured
Treatment Detection
Synthetic simulant material, no natural origin treatments applied
Estimated Value
Nominal value as part of fashion/costume jewelry (under $50 for the entire piece)
Certification Estimate
Not applicable; not certified by major grading labs (GIA/AGS/IGI) as these are fashion jewelry accent stones
Investment Potential
None; fashion jewelry and simulated stones do not appreciate or hold investment value
Similar Diamonds
Comparable to high-grade cubic zirconia or crystal pavé stones used in fashion accessories
Setting Suggestions
Already set in a curved pavé channel line on a gold-toned base metal earring
Care & Maintenance
Avoid harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, and prolonged exposure to water to protect the plating and setting
Interesting Facts
Pave setting derives from the French word for 'paved', intended to make the surface look like it is paved with precious stones