Cubic Zirconia or Glass Simulant (Costume Jewelry)
Cubic Zirconia or Glass Simulant (Costume Jewelry) · Round
Good Cut
Carat
Estimated at under 0.05 carats per individual stone (micro-pavé accent stones)
Color
Near Colorless (simulated G-H)
Clarity
Eye-Clean (simulated VS)
Shape
Round
Overall Assessment
The item depicted is a piece of fashion or costume jewelry featuring small round simulant stones (likely cubic zirconia or glass) set in a curved gold-tone metal frame. It is designed for decorative wear and aesthetic appeal rather than holding intrinsic gemological value.
Cut Quality
Good
Brilliance
Moderate white light reflection
Fire
High dispersion typical of synthetic simulants
Scintillation
Good sparkle across multiple small facets
Proportions
Standard standard pavé proportions adapted for small accent settings
Symmetry
Fair to Good
Polish
Good
Fluorescence
None observed
Inclusions
None visible to the naked eye
Blemishes
Minor surface wear consistent with costume jewelry
Origin
Mass-produced manufactured fashion accessory
Treatment Detection
Synthetic simulant material
Estimated Value
Low value, typical of fashion/costume jewelry (approx. $10 - $30 for the piece)
Certification Estimate
Not applicable; not graded by major gemological laboratories (GIA, AGS, IGI)
Investment Potential
None; fashion jewelry depreciates rapidly and holds no precious gem investment value
Similar Diamonds
Standard commercial melee diamonds or high-grade cubic zirconia pavé stones
Setting Suggestions
Pre-set in a curved channel or pavé setting on gold-plated base metal
Care & Maintenance
Avoid water, harsh chemicals, and perfumes to prevent plating wear and clouding of the simulants
Interesting Facts
Pavé settings are designed to encrust a surface with small stones, creating a continuous field of sparkle that mimics a larger single gem