Cubic Zirconia / Simulant
Cubic Zirconia / Simulant · Round Brilliant
Good to Very Good (standard brilliant facet arrangement with broad culet appearance) Cut
Carat
Estimated 1.50 - 2.00 ct visually based on approximate diameter
Color
Colorless (equivalent to D-E on diamond scale)
Clarity
Eye-Clean (simulated IF/VVS)
Shape
Round Brilliant
Overall Assessment
A bright, clean round brilliant cut simulant offering great aesthetic sparkle at a fraction of the cost of a genuine diamond, suitable primarily for fashion and costume jewelry purposes
Cut Quality
Good to Very Good (standard brilliant facet arrangement with broad culet appearance)
Brilliance
High brightness due to high refractive index of synthetic simulants
Fire
Strong spectral dispersion (higher fire than a natural diamond due to material properties)
Scintillation
Good sparkle with balanced light and dark patterns
Proportions
Standard standard round proportions with a noticeable large table and deep pavilion typical of synthetic simulants
Symmetry
Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
None observed
Inclusions
None visible to the naked eye; highly transparent synthetic material
Blemishes
Minor surface scratches possible from handling, none prominently visible
Origin
Laboratory synthesized simulant (Cubic Zirconia)
Treatment Detection
No treatments; manufactured as a colorless optical simulant
Estimated Value
Low commercial value ($10 - $50 as a fashion jewelry component)
Certification Estimate
Not applicable for grading standard diamond labs like GIA or AGS, as this is a simulant
Investment Potential
None; simulant materials do not retain or appreciate in resale value
Similar Diamonds
Comparable to standard high-grade cubic zirconia or synthetic moissanite alternatives
Setting Suggestions
Ideal for costume jewelry, sterling silver, or plated metals in bezel or prong settings
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush; avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners if mounted in delicate costume settings
Interesting Facts
Cubic zirconia has a lower thermal conductivity and higher density compared to natural diamond, which makes it easily distinguishable using standard gemological testers