Cubic Zirconia (Simulant)
Cubic Zirconia (Simulant) · Oval
Good to Very Good Cut
Carat
Approx. 1.00 - 1.50 ct (Estimated visually)
Color
Colorless (equivalent to D-E range)
Clarity
Internally Flawless (VVS/IF visual grade typical for high-end CZ)
Shape
Oval
Overall Assessment
A clean, bright oval-cut cubic zirconia simulant that offers a brilliant, diamond-like appearance at a fraction of the cost, suitable exclusively for fashion and costume jewelry purposes
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good
Brilliance
High brightness with strong white light return
Fire
Very high dispersion (stronger rainbow flashes than a natural diamond due to higher refractive dispersion)
Scintillation
Good sparkle with balanced light and dark patterning
Proportions
Standard brilliant oval cut proportions, moderate depth and well-aligned facets
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
None observed
Inclusions
None visible under standard visual inspection
Blemishes
Minor surface abrasions on facet junctions typical of simulant wear
Origin
Synthetic / Manufactured in a laboratory environment
Treatment Detection
No treatments applied; synthetic material by nature
Estimated Value
$10 - $50 (Retail value as a fashion/costume jewelry stone)
Certification Estimate
Not applicable for grading laboratories such as GIA or AGS, as they do not certify synthetic simulants.
Investment Potential
None; cubic zirconia holds no resale or investment value as it is a manufactured simulant
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial-grade colorless natural or lab-grown oval diamonds in SI clarity
Setting Suggestions
Ideal for sterling silver, platinum-plated brass, or 10k white gold fashion rings and pendants in prong or bezel settings
Care & Maintenance
Clean with mild soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners if mounted in delicate costume settings
Interesting Facts
Cubic zirconia has a higher dispersion (fire) than diamond, making it display noticeably more rainbow flashes of light under direct illumination