Cubic Zirconia (CZ) vs Diamond [Comparison in Different Lightings]
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- Опубліковано 18 чер 2024
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This video compares a loose cubic zirconia (CZ) vs a diamond engagement ring in a side by side placement. We review these 2 types of gemstones for their optical properties and performance.
In the first half of the video, we place both gemstones under office lighting to see their contrast patterning and brightness.
In the second half of the video, we place the cubic zirconium along side the diamond ring under the afternoon sun. We record their interactions with light to see their fire and sparkle.
Unlike other stimulants, CZ is actually a good substitute for diamond if you are looking for a cheap and low budget option. However, if we were to critically analyze both the diamond and cubic zircon, we will be able to see differences due to cut quality,
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That’s a difference but not a thousand dollar difference
Difference would be more like $3000+
Way more of a difference lol
Difference is one is only reached by thousands of feet underground and the other can simply be made in a lab
Like most of precious stones, the diamonds made in a lab present the characteristics of the best natural diamonds stones without major inclusions except for some realy tiny air bubbles, you ll always find on stones made in lab, but you ll only see it on the microscop if the lab did a good work. naked eye, between VVS (one of the higher grade) diamonds and lab diamonds, I think no expert can tell which one is which...
So basically the choice must be made like that:
what is your priority between:
A) I want a legacy and something I can resell /
B) I just want something shiny/ or with the color I like/ But it must be natural and not over the ceiling
C) I just want something shiny/ or with the color I like/natural or natural ameliorated, or even made in lab
D) I just want something shiny/ or with the color I like/and unexpensive is my priority I have no problem with Zircon
E) I want something rare, the rarest if possible.
if answer is A or E, then break the bank.
if it s B, choose a natural stone with a grade in function of what you can afford and what you like: find the right balance.
if its C, you can have the most magnificient natural ameliorated stone for 10 times less the price of a strictly natural stone, but it s less interesting if you want to resell it one day, you must be conscious of it.
if it s D cause you always change your jewelry style and dont want to spend thousands in it, then for small money you can do whatever you want, considering the fact that a lot of jeweler are doing beautiful stuff while proposing to put zircon (zircone I mean sorry again, or moissanite or whatever unnatural gemme) on it.
@@cban8637 I think you mean zirconia; zircon is a natural gemstone. People often confuse zirconia with zircon.
"Can you see the difference?"
No, I actually can't.
Black Lotus I can
I do
For the first difference, it's indeed hard to tell the difference between them (though I did notice the diamond has a brighter spark on the "table side" )
For the second you can clearly see the cubic zirconium sparks a lot of rainbows compared to the diamond.
I can, but I don't feel more drawn to diamond; it feels just the same
The difference is also because of the way the stones are cut.
In the video he says that diamond have a better cut, and that makes a difference.
If they were cut in the same way, the differences would be wayyy less noticable
Maybe if they’d used bigger stones
I really think the Zirconia gave the diamond a run for its money then. It sparkles as lovely. Thanks for video
And after 2 years it is useless.
Alexander Voliotis so it cant be cleaned? I beg to differ
@@ODSTxGundam yes and if you lose cz ring, wouldn't cry about it haha
@@j.hatchell9585 according to the internet: CZ is porous, so over time, it will absorb dirt and oils causing it to turn cloudy
That’s true, plus that diamonds clarity is on a different level. No one going to be carrying around with that quality trying to compare with your CZ. Both looks the same from a naked eye honestly.
CZ is fine to me. none of the mining, not too expensive and the excess money could go on something more important
It's like saying " who cares of buying a real Chanel bag, let's buy a fake one, it looks the same and cost a fraction of it "
@@1Giuliacoccinella thats a brand and not a stone, my friend
@@1Giuliacoccinella that's way too far for a comparison.
The CZ looks BETTER imo.
@@1Giuliacoccinella "no jewlery is fake unless you pretend it's real" keep that in mind.
Why does the soundtrack comes straight from a 70’s sextape tho ?
Hahhhhh.. Peter north
Quentin Vittet lol
Quentin Vittet lmao
Lmao
I don't know, to me, the diamond looks cloudy, CZ looks not too different from a diamond, and the tiny difference wouldn't be worth $15K to $40k more, just sayin'
The problem is that CZ will soon lose its brightness, as it's not very durable. But, I'd not in my right mind waste so much money on a diamond or any other overpriced gem.
@@ste07an Just get a new one. They're like $20
@@jayteegamble four cz for 1$ in a fashion accessory.
Very bright even at night.
ste07an you can still clean cubic zirconia just like diamonds... just saying.
@@ste07an I've had czs for over 2 decades, none of them have lost their beauty.
the things you stated as fact just simply aren't true.
CZ shines brighter than diamonds because they're synthetically perfect.. they have the most and best designed facets
I agree. Because cubic zirconia are machine cut, the facets are precision engineered to give them all a beautiful sparkle. They literally have it down to a science. It was different 30+ years ago, but now czs are amazing looking and they're uniform in appearance, making matching your pieces so easy. Diamonds, on the other hand, are cut by hand and so each one can have a multitude of mistakes and often do. I've been watching videos about how to choose a diamond, comparing the same shape diamonds together, and at least 2 out of three diamonds have very imperfect cuts. Some are too deep, some have too small a table, some have poor facet sizes. That's why jewelers have to educate customers about the importance of the cut; with czs, that isn't an issue any more.
I also agree. To me this wasn't a fair comparison. The cz is just as beautiful and sparkly as the diamond but the diamond has 6 prongs and the cz only has 4 and that makes a big difference in the way a stone looks, in my opinion, especially a clear stone. I would absolutely choose the cz in this case over the diamond if it came to saving thousands of dollars or going on vacation. Now if I was a millionaire and had cash to blow, that might be a different story.
they dont shine, they reflect.
Amen. Have you trusted in Jesus Christ to save you? Trust the gospel. Amen.
Jesus Is Alpha Omega Wtf? Get out a here wit that.
Diamonds are a scam.
Straight up scam. Popularised over the past century with endless marketing.
I do t see that much of a difference. One is better, but not by much. I have a friend whose wedding ring is three CT. It's dull and cheap looking.
@@1911beauty that's the issue. Diamonds hold up better over time. CZ can't take as much wear. However since they are cheap they are fairly easy to replace
Diamonds are a Luxury, not a necessity. Some Diamonds, depending on the grade, are real crappy looking.
You’d still buy one if you could afford it though
The sparkle is mesmerizing !! I just love the zirconia just as much!!
Techniqually the Zirconia is almost better in every way except of corse the hardness. Diamonds are only more expensive because of how famous they are, again “technically” diamonds are not nearly as rare as jewelry companies make them out to be.
For me the best isn't a CZ and isn't a diamond but moissanite . Moissanite is almost hard than a diamond and sparkle much more than a,diamond . I find moissanite is really amazing, a super jewel .
@@pat7915 moissanite has like orange shine to them
@@force4973 . But also diamond if you look at the diamond color scale, from j / k color , they begins to be like yellow / orange , diamond too , not moissanite only
Facts, diamond companies are scams
Diamonds are over-rated. The CZ is clearer and has more shine.
glad to see that there are people that agree with me.
Colorado Joe way less shine
Facts
This. TBH, i'd prefer both stones in identical settings/facons, because they can act as a sort of reflector. 4 vs 6 hooks make a difference in how the stone sparkles, and note the gap between stone and ring that is under the CZ.
CZ are also the ethical option and maybe even ecological. Plus its not a drama if you lose that thing. 0/10 wouldnt buy even if i'd be a billionaire.
I agree. I think the blue glints from the CZ is dope
Fun fact- Diamonds are actually really common, their value stems from monopolization and commercialism. It's all a scam!
You'd have a better comparison had you used a solitaire of each stone in the same setting, with no side stones. The comments in the video serve to 'lead the witness,' lol. Far better to let viewers view with no suggestion of what is better/worse for the stones, then, after they've had a chance, summarize your conclusions at the end. Commenting on the better x of the diamond while folks concentrate on it has the impact of manipulating their perception. When my good friend bought her daughter a cz tennis bracelet like her own, she accidentally mixed the two. They couldn't tell, and the jeweler had to use his equipment to verify which was which - and that tells me that there's nowhere enough difference for naked eye detection. (Then he engraved their initials on the each woman's bracelet clasp so it wouldn't happen again, lol.) A fun video, thank you! I am choosing a cz or, even better, a lab-created white sapphire which is truly a stunning stone. DeBeers has certainly done a number on us all. Even Forbes mag is saying the 'smart' choice is a cz or, presumably, a simulant. DeBeers can keep their stockpile of diamonds.
I do have both, and somehow I feel like my zirconia and Swarovski jewelry shine more than my diamond wedding ring.
Agreed. I get more compliments on my 6 year old Swarovski's than any other studs. But I do take good care of my Swarvs. No cleaning agents and plenty of polishing. Had the option to buy diamonds a few years ago, (lost a $2000 pair) turned them down because I didnt want the stress. Doesn't matter the closure, I will leave diamonds at home just to be safe. But what good is that?
@@themothershyp7788 Exactly, the point of having diamonds for most people is so that they can enjoy wearing it. I'm not going to spend thousands on something that I will barely wear or even see.
Omg that cubic zirconia is way better-looking than the Dimond.
These 30 likes are rubbing their hands saying this sucker must buy CZ diamonds all the time.
I don't think so - I can clearly see there's way more prismatic rainbow fiery colour and flashes coming off the diamond.
Allie B Cant lie i dont see a difference in direct sunlight or office setting...
DeBeers has been fooling people and has made tons of money from it! Lol! Diamonds don't keep you from divorcing! Any kind of ring is a symbol of marriage if you want to show that you are married. Other than that, it's from the heart. You can have a ring on your finger but still fooling around. lol..
Lol right!
Yep, it's a racket.
Diamonds are for investment, look beautiful to wear, class, for ceebration occassion like engagement, wedding, gifts. It serves no other negative purposes like people claim.
@@wendywendy646 Diamonds are an investment?? Think again. Try to sell that thing, it's worthless.
@@wendywendy646 That's a worst investment than a car. They lose value faster.
Maybe something wrong with my eyes, but the CZ had a more prominent snappy sparkle than the diamond.
Agreed!
The cz is made with no flaw .
That’s what makes it diff from diamonds . Diamonds brilliance is way better but the sparkle is more noticeable than cz. If u see a Diamond that’s too sparkly it’s probably fake
problem is CZ will cloud overtime , Diamond or Moissanite will not, CZ does look great clean and fresh , but you must clean quite a bit
i feel the same
It looks to me the CZ comes out better. looks more sparling, more brilliant colors.
This is great! It would also be really helpful if they were in the same setting. The metals are such different colors that it makes it hard to really compare.
I agreed, both should have been placed on a dark PVC pipe or something on the same angle but as well both stones should be the same full size
i think diamonds are such an overpriced material. jewelry stores treat it as if it's the rarest in the world and that its hard to come by. in reality, its fairly abundant. like gold.
More abundant probably.
Just imagine that today you want to buy a 2 carat diamond. You'd go into town and there would be maybe 2 jewellery shops near you pretty much no matter where you live. Each would have a couple of rings to show you. Now multiply that up by all the shops in all the towns and you've got 10s of thousands of 2 carat diamonds on sale worldwide at any time and it's the same for every week of the year.
It's an illusion that they are rare and if you do spend a lot of money on one, it's value halves the moment you walk out of the store.
As for durability, one of the diamonds was lost from my wife's engagement ring and it was made for her by a jeweller of reputation.
it's much more abundant than gold considering it can be manufactured. Gold can not be manufactured as it is an element.
gold has real value and is worth its value. diamonds are a scam
Maybe put it on a stick so that you're rotating it at the same time/in the same angle?
Honestly, I couldn't really see a difference except that the Diamond was a bit less blue than the CZ.
And that’s the difference right there .. that diamond look much more like clarity then the CZ if u really pay close attention
He put the cz in a big dark, opaque, boxy setting, whereas the diamond was set in a ring. He wasn't being honest about the comparison.
My boyfriend just proposed and he got me a beautiful ring and it is CZ, it’s from Pandora so it’s good quality and I’m in love with the ring. I honestly couldn’t care less if it was a real diamond or not lol. Maybe someday we can get a real diamond ring but honestly I’m very happy with what he bought. Rather spend more money on our honeymoon 😊
Funny but CZ looks far better than diamond in this vid
i think cz looks better, period. more sparkly and even has a slight rainbow to the sparkle. diamonds are such are ripoff
I could tell the difference before the captions came on, but I honestly think both are lovely. I think you should buy what visually appeals to you, not based on what it is labeled. So many beautiful gems out there of all types - don't just settle for one!
why the heck is this video so disliked? he saved hundreds of people thousands of dollars with this comparison!
thanks , we all know that zirconias has been fooling the eye since the 1970's, those things mounted in beautiful genuine gold or platinum can pass with out magnification
Then why do we buy diamonds still? lol 100% branding
Anteroization absolutely! It’s often the cheap setting that gives it away!
I too can see the difference of CZ and diamond.. I still prefer diamonds
The difference doesn't justify going into debt. I'll pay for the fake any day. They look the same. You gotta be crazy or got lots of money to waste to buy into the diamond scam.
Agreed! I don't know why any woman would want their future husband to go into debt to buy something that society tries to convince us that we need. At that point, his money is my money too, and I would not buy the ring for myself so why expect a man to do so?!
Diamonds are a rapper ting 😂 jk but trust my diamond chain drips hard follow me @cexux on insta
Elizabeth wise woman
I mean...just because it isn’t a diamond doesnt mean it’s fake. It’s just CZ
@@elizabethc.z yep I'm with you 100%. Unfortunately, women of this generation don't think this way. A guy's love for you is based on how much he spends on you. I knew a guy who's gf refused to marry him if her ring was less than $10,000. And he actually married her. 3 years later they were divorced. Sorry to say but he got what he deserved. Personally, I'd prefer to have money for our marriage not the engagement or wedding. But that's just me 🤷♀️
Your diamond is larger than your CZ. I think they both look great.
Id rather a big CZ ring than a small real diamond ring tbh..
This made me so happy knowing that if I ever get married, my future husband can TRULY give me what I want without breaking the bank. I like the CZ much better than the diamond(:
Sarah I just started buying CZ and I love them. I took off my real diamond because it has grown yellowish over the years. I don't think I could ever go back to buying diamonds again when I can purchase a beautiful 4 or 5 carat CZ.
Without looking at which was which, I picked the man made diamond over the "real" diamond. I don't get why diamonds are so expensive. They not even rare
It’s a monopoly on real diamonds
I have always found diamonds are pointlessly expensive, especially for what it is, whilst Cubic Zirconia not only looks better, but is FAR CHEAPER. I literally got a ring with a very well cut pink zirconia, and A TON of tiny colorless/white cubic zirconias for about 13 dollars. (also yes, I am a 13 year old boy that likes jewlrey. don't judge meh, I like shiny things and gemstones.)
Thanks for all your pro cz comments my friends. I just bought a cz ring for my gf and because it’s not a real diamond, I was scared. This video makes me feel much more confident.
I'm my opinion it's all about the band the CZ stone sits on🤷🏽♀️.
People who claim the diamond looks better, were most likely suckered into buying a diamond. The CZ in this video is smaller and set differently than the diamond. Match the size and setting for a better comparison
My diamond was 14k. I purchased a cz on amazon for $35 to see how it compared. The diamond had slightly more brilliance (it was triple X and flawless clarity so it better...) but it was almost identical!!
Yep. The differences aren't readily obvious except in cut quality. And as I said, CZs are the best alternatives to diamonds and is a much better choice than moissanite.
@@Beyond4Cs really how come better than moissinite
When you shine your phone torch light on both stones inside your house, does the Cz have a grey tone that is almost opaque like?
Im assuming that's a 5A CZ stone due to the clarity, but they hold up extremely well when compared side by side to a diamond that easily cost 100x + more
the diamond shown in the video looks better to the eye, but i think i comes from the better cut. The CZ on the left looks crisp and clear with lots of flare, but the cuts are pretty simple.
Thanks. You just proved that czs are a much better buy and few people would know the difference.
The only giveaway imho is the hearts and arrows on the diamond. It’s a bit sharper... but that’s a cut difference. The cz is lovely for sure.
im gonna be buying some playful rings with gems made of cubic zirconia! so excited
The main advantage of the diamond is the hardness makes it resistant to scratching so it will maintain its clarity longer if you use it as a daily use gem in your ring.
That's true. CZs will scratch easily if you accidentally run them along a rough surface. But if you are a careful person, they can last for many many years.
The hardness difference is only about 1.5 on the Mohs scale.
Also you could replace your CZ 90 times for the price of a single diamond.
Behind the diamond is shiny, white gold, backing it tightly. The CZ has dull, gray metal behind it, held above a deep, shadowed pit. This is sure to effect brilliance. CZ is even better!
CZ are nice. For a week or so. I got so much jewellery with CZ and none of them kept their sparkle for at least a year. Even cleaning won't work, they are just scratched badly... And so many CZ seem to be made pretty sloppy just for the money. I would even guess that they make more money with crappy CZ than with real diamonds, lol.
You're just hard on your jewelry. I have czs that I bought 30 years ago that are just as beautiful as when I bought them. The last time they needed cleaning, I put them in the dishwasher and they came out looking brand new.
That cheap axx cz goin ta work! 💥💥💥 Much more prominent and vivid flashes w/o a doubt. It's throwin Mike Tyson uppercuts at me! N that's even at a smaller size. 💪🏽💎 Tha diamond just throwin amateur boxer jabs even bein a bigga stone 💩😑😆😆😆 A diamond cant even appeal ova a cz so yk it ain't standin up against a moissy.
😂😂😂.... that cz was even in a less attractive setting and still outshined the diamond.
New CZ stones now comes with heart and arrow 58 facet cuttings and many more complex cuttings to increase its brilliance. Perhaps bracelets are not suitable to use Cz as it constantly has friction against table surfaces. Try moissanite or real lab simulant diamonds for longer lasting lustre.
I couldn’t tell the difference. However at home when I have my diamond ring you can tell immediately compared to my cz version.
I kept asking, which one is the diamond again?
he didn't specify... maybe both of them are CZ 🤣🤣🤣
What's the clarity on the diamond in the above example?
The cz has a tilt on the setting. When your twisting your aren't offsetting the tilt to flat. The light is not hitting the same way on both stones. So of course they aren't reflecting or refracting the light the same.
tbh, CZ looks better IMHO
Indeed, it looks ' better ' the first two weeks - than it turns to be milky and dull, cleaning will not help much
1Giuliacoccinella You just lied.. Had this CZ ring for a year now, still sparkles bro lol...
@@1Giuliacoccinella I have czs from over 2 decades ago. Still looks brand new.
CZ: $30 last 2 years then I probably lose it somewhere
Diamond: $3000 last forever an I can pass it down but I'll probably lose it somewhere before then
Winner: CZ
Diamonds are just as mass produced as CZ and are hoarded to increase/maintain their value artificially. In a way, diamonds are more artificial than CZ.
I can't tell
Together they are close but by themselves you would have to be an expert.
I'm sure there are a lot of 2 carat zirconias out there posing as diamonds for insurance purposes of course
Ask Kim .
I thought the CZ actually had a little bit better shine and clarity
That CZ hittin' JUST fine, tha diamond shinin' just a lil harda but fo tha amount of money u'd save, tha CZ is tha betta option, hands down
The zircon looks good enough in my opinion, and I'm a woman.
It's not zircon
I get more compliments on my 6 year old Swarovski's than any other studs. But I do take good care of my Swarv's. No cleaning agents and plenty of polishing. Had the option to buy diamonds a few years ago, (lost a $2000 pair) turned them down because I didnt want the stress. Doesn't matter the closure, I will leave diamonds at home just to be safe. But what good is that?
It seemed like outside the Cz was sparkling more but the diamond had more color, and inside the diamond sparkles more
Which is the title of this beautiful music, please?
When a comparison between cubic zirconia and moissanite?
Is the one on the left the diamond I only ask because of what it sits in is it a ring? I can't tell the difference between the two in all honesty?
i had a cz a long time ago and people constantly gave me compliments on it. plus why not spend the money on better things.
Yep. If you want a more affordable jewelry option, CZ is the way to go.
CZ looks wayyyyy better
They are both worth noting.
Would you be willing to buy an asha simulant and do a comparison?
The wider band on the diamond changes the way it picks up light.
This is a brand new CZ ofcourse it’s going to shine. Give it a month or less it’s going to look cloudy and then the difference will really show, plus as you can see a major difference in the shine the cz produces colors and the natural diamond has a natural shine ✨ which I prefer if someone sees rainbows coming out your diamonds they’ll know it’s fake
The diamond if anything looks warm and the cz is cool tone. If you told me they were both diamonds I would believe you...
where can i find this instrumental?
its amazing
Porn hub
Wish you let us know the color and clarity of the diamond. If the diamond were to be a I3 G color then there's like a 1.5-2k diff. If it's a VVS E color then that's a SIGNIFICANT price increase.
Meanwhile the CZ is a Flawless D.
Diamonique brand from QVC is brighter & more sparkley than diamonds & lasts a lifetime. I own several.
Agreed. Also, try Berricle. They are amazing. I own several pieces from them
What's the name of the instrumental band?
the captions along side don't make me feel even more slightly into the diamonds, the brightness of CZ(not sure if it's of 5A level) isn't that different from that of the diam...
Please do in 4k
What song is this
My girlfriend wants an Opal engagement ring
I did that, I got a specific Mexican Fire Opal she loves it. different
is better.
You picked the right gf's 💪🏻
The diamond you used in this video is not a good example. A better cut diamond should not have a dark center. It is an indication the proportion is not done right. Many consider CUT as the most important C of the 4Cs. I have seen diamonds that appear bright white at the center. From my readings, diamond cutting is a trade off. If you maximize for the brilliance (the brightness & whiteness), then you lose the fire (the rainbow color sparkles). Most cutters prefer to aim for more brilliance than fire because fire is one of CZ characteristics. You don’t want to spend REAL diamond money on something that sparkles fire like a CZ would.
Exactly !
I am quite dizzy after watching that finger manipulation. Where do I sign.
What if they are vintage and come on a ring of 103 diamonds
problem with cubic zirc is it doesnt stand the test of time without getting scratches and looking dull after a few years. yes it looks sparkly when it's new but it WILL get dull in a matter of years Then it wont be so sparkly anymore.
Also, the diamond in this video is probably not a colorless diamond, hence the slight yellow. if the diamond was colorless it would look better than zirc but itll be hella expensive.
That cz jumpin
what song is this?
I can definitely see the difference but the CZ is more than sufficient for someone with a low budget.
Wish the stones were closer to the camera and they were turned more steadily.
Thanks for saving me from obsession of getting real diamond. I care no more cuz fake one is better lol
Cz is optically better with more fire, but the durability means it’s not suitable for lifetime wear. I prefer moissanite.
My question is
Is cz still a good material
They are if you're not a dummy and drops your jewels all the time :)
music name?
It's not a fair comparison, because the size of the two are different, and the cut apparently is also.
I don't think there's much difference in how they sparkle. To the naked eye they're both gorgeous! I own both and to my eye there's not much of a difference except in price and perhaps durability.
I have white zircoin and personally i think it’s better than diamond
It's funny but I like the CZ's fire more
Cubic Zirconia is the way to go, why spend more money on a stone that shine as equal as a fake one?
Because the CZ will retain it's shine for the first two weeks, while a diamond virtually, forever
Ashly Young + Robert Hampton
I thought the one from the left is diamond
CZ Is way better make sure you have re buying from a good company search do research I bought 5 different cuts of CZ from a UK seller and there absolutely beautiful carat size does matter the diamond you used looks slightly bigger so it will refract the light a bit different. They are a good I own moissanite morganite few diamonds and CZ only way I can tell the diamond apart is because it has flaws diamonds will always have some type of flaw in them unless you pay for a big buck flawless.
Yeah that cz don’t look bad at all.
CZ aren't as durable as diamonds, they tend to appear milky over time, especially in contact with soap. If you have a pave of a lot of small CZ they will become milky and impossible to clean, over time. Diamonds will retain their brilliance
Yep. That's true to some extent. CZ degrade overtime and they aren't chemically as stable as diamonds. I personally recommend diamonds as well but that's cost is the big thing here. If you are on a budget, the best way to save money is to buy CZ over any other types of simulants. By the time your CZ degrades, you can always pay a few dollars to buy a new one.
There is a difference if you have eyes. The CZ is darker and the diamond is brighter
Looks the same to me.🤔