Cubic Zirconia vs Man-Made Diamonds : What Is Cubic Zirconia

{"AutoID":22,"DateCreation":"\/Date(1605034385110)\/","DateModified":"\/Date(1768210135940)\/","CreatedBy":null,"ModifiedBy":"IMZ 88","RecordStatus":"A","Title":"Cubic Zirconia vs Man-Made Diamonds : What Is Cubic Zirconia ","SubTitle":"When it comes to stones, crystals and diamonds, there are a lot of variants available in the market. Mined real diamonds, man-made real diamonds, synthetic stones, semi-precious stones...","Description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhen it comes to stones, crystals, and diamonds, there are many variants available in the market\u0026mdash;mined real diamonds, man-made real diamonds, synthetic stones, semi-precious stones, and cubic zirconia (CZ).\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs conscious consumers increasingly move away from mined diamonds due to ethical concerns surrounding the blood diamond industry, man-made real diamonds have seen rapid growth. At the same time, cubic zirconia (CZ) continues to compete as a lower-cost alternative.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHowever, CZ is not a diamond, and many consumers still confuse it with \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/7-lies-and-myths-about-lab-grown-diamonds-you-must-know/\"\u003elab-grown real diamonds\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis guide explains:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat cubic zirconia really is\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow CZ differs from man-made real diamonds\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhether CZ is worth buying for jewelry\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhich option makes sense based on durability, price, and long-term value\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhat Is Cubic Zirconia (CZ)?\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic zirconia (CZ) is a synthetic, man-made material that visually resembles a diamond due to its brilliance and clarity.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDefinition\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic zirconia is a man-made crystal composed of zirconium oxide, designed to imitate the appearance of a diamond but without sharing its chemical or physical properties.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eKey Characteristics of Cubic Zirconia\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eColorless and visually \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/what-are-flawless-and-internally-flawless-diamonds/\"\u003eflawless\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHigh brilliance and sparkle\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMuch cheaper than man-made diamonds\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCan be produced in multiple colors to imitate diamond variants\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWidely used as a diamond simulant in jewelry\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic zirconia looks like a diamond, but it is not a real diamond.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHistory of Cubic Zirconia\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOriginally developed in Russia in the 1970s, CZ gained popularity in jewelry due to its low cost, durability, and diamond-like appearance.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic zirconia was first created for laser and optical applications. Its sparkle and optical clarity later attracted the jewelry industry.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eToday, CZ is commonly used in:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRings (including engagement rings)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eNecklaces\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEarrings\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFashion jewelry\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIs Cubic Zirconia a Real Diamond?\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. Cubic zirconia is not a real diamond.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhile CZ may look similar to a diamond, it does not share:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe same chemical composition\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe same crystal structure\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe same hardness or durability\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMohs Hardness Comparison\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDiamond: 10 (hardest natural substance)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic Zirconia: 8.5\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ can sparkle like a diamond but is more prone to scratches, clouding, and wear over time.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic Zirconia vs Man-Made Diamonds: Key Differences Explained\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1. Chemical \u0026amp; Physical Properties\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ctable\u003e\r\n\t\u003ctbody\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperty\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCubic Zirconia (CZ)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMan-Made Diamond\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eComposition\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eZirconium oxide\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarbon\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMohs Hardness\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e8.5\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e10\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDensity\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e1.7\u0026times; denser than diamond\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eStandard diamond density\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRefractive Index\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e2.15\u0026ndash;2.18\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e2.42\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDispersion\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e0.058\u0026ndash;0.066\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e0.044\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003c/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/tr\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c/table\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuyer\u0026#39;s Guide\u003c/strong\u003e:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ sparkles more \u0026ldquo;flashy,\u0026rdquo; but diamonds offer balanced brilliance.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/types-of-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003eMan-made diamonds\u003c/a\u003e are significantly more durable.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeople also read - \u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/can-you-easily-distinguish-between-a-mined-and-a-lab-grown-diamond/\"\u003eLab Grown Vs Real Diamond\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e2. Manufacturing Process\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHow Cubic Zirconia Is Made\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePowdered zirconium and zirconium oxide are melted together\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeated to approximately 4982\u0026deg;F\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProduces flawless, uniform crystals\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Man-Made Diamonds Are Made\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMan-made diamonds are grown using one of two advanced methods:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/types-of-lab-grown-diamonds/\"\u003eHPHT (High Pressure, High Temperature)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/cvd-diamonds-everything-you-need-to-know/\"\u003eCVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition)\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDiamond seeds are placed in a growth chamber where:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarbon atoms break down\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAtoms bond layer-by-layer\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eReal diamonds form over 10\u0026ndash;12 weeks\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLab-grown diamonds are chemically and physically identical to mined diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e3. Color Differences\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ: Always flawless and colorless (equivalent to D color)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMan-Made Diamonds: Often show yellow or brown tints\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRare lab-grown diamonds achieve true colorlessness\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ can also be produced in colors like:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/argyle-pink-diamonds-all-you-need-to-know/\"\u003ePink\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.growndiamondcorp.com/blog/green-diamonds-what-makes-them-so-stunning-and-sought-after/\"\u003eGreen diamonds\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOrange\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThese colors are created using different oxides during production.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e4. Cut, Facets \u0026amp; Finish\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ is softer, resulting in rounded edges and facets\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMan-made diamonds retain sharp, crisp facet edges\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOver time, CZ loses brilliance faster due to surface wear\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e5. Price Comparison\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCubic Zirconia: Extremely affordable, priced by carat weight\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMan-Made Diamonds: More expensive, but offer real diamond value\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ prices increase with size and quality, but it remains a synthetic crystal, not a diamond.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhich Should You Choose: CZ or Man-Made Diamonds?\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChoose Cubic Zirconia If:\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou want budget-friendly fashion jewelry\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe piece is worn occasionally\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLong-term durability is not important\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eChoose Man-Made Diamonds If:\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou want real diamonds with lasting value\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou need durability for daily wear\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eYou care about ethical sourcing and longevity\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDecision-Driven Insight:\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf you want quality jewelry that lasts, man-made diamonds are the better choice.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMarket Trends: CZ vs Man-Made Diamonds\u003c/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMarket data shows:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMan-made diamond market:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\t\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUSD 16.2 billion (2016) \u0026rarr; USD 27.6 billion (2023)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCZ market:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\t\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUncertain and declining due to limited durability and resale value\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\t\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eConsumer awareness, ethical buying, and long-term value continue to drive growth in lab-grown diamonds.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","FromDate":null,"ToDate":null,"Image_Url":"man-made-diamonds-vs-cubic-zirconia-what-is-the-difference.jpg","Image_Alt":"Real Man Made Diamonds","KeyWords":"lab grown diamond, cubic zirconia, man made diamonds, cubic zirconia vs lab diamond, lab grown diamonds vs cubic zirconia","MetaDescription":"What Cubic Zirconia Diamonds and the difference between cubic zirconia vs lab diamond. 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