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What are the differences between diamond and CZ, apart from the name? Can you really tell the difference by your naked eye?

Well for most people, even for the trained gemologists, you can’t really tell the difference between this two stones by your naked eye. CZ has a very similar look to the diamonds. The only way you can tell the difference between these two is considered under closer inspection.

Diamond is occurred naturally under certain environment. But the CZ is originally generated inlaboratory, for the alternative diamonds used in laser optic purpose. CZ showed similar results in refractive index, dispersion and hardness index number as diamonds. In order to distinguish the two gems apart, you need to combine tested using gemological equipments together.

First, look for the Moh’s scale for the stone hardness. CZ hardness is ranged between 8.5-9.0 while the diamond hardness is rated at 10 for the same scale. This property make the CZ resisted to chipping or scratching from glass, dust or dirt.

Second, check for the weight. Between the two, CZ gain more weight than diamonds at equal size. In general, CZ with a size of one-carat diamond will give a weight of about 1.75 carat instead. This point is quite a big different point between these two stones.

Then, check for the clarity. Based on the production method, CZ is almost flawless while natural made diamonds are always containing inclusion in their body. Impurities, inclusions or some defective point in diamonds are remarked as natural made status.

The other thing for checking is about its color. Colorless diamond can be found in naturebut it is rarely found. Most of diamonds found in nature contain a tinge of yellow, brown or other color tint inside. While for CZs, in most case, they are all presented in colorless form. Carefully check on color, together with the stone clarity to differentiate between the two stone.

Also, with a closer look using a loupe, you will see the difference in facet shapes between CZ and diamond. The different in facet shape also effect to light dispersion result. This is also effect to the gem’s refractive index as CZ hasrefractive index or 2.176 while diamond’s number is 2.417.

The best way for all diamond lovers to guarantee about the real diamond is asking for the diamond certificate from reliable gemological institutions. Remember that there is nothing wrong with CZ. You can go with the CZ jewelry with an affordable price for a similar look of diamonds. Just about the price, if you pay for diamonds, you should get the real one, not the similar form of diamonds.

The true vintage beads have their own style characters; with larger holes through the beads for the string thread through and also, able to show the hole from the original cord when you wear it.

There are a few things to be consider if you want to go with the vintage beads jewelry. The vintage beads surface also be dull from the wearer’s oil skin. Therefore, the first thing to think about is about the cleaning step for the vintage beads jewelry.

1. Cleaning of vintage beads. Whenever you see the dull sign on your beads, you need to bring them back to their original beauty. There are many factors that can affect to your beads appearance, for example oil from your skin, sweat, your cosmetic and make up, dirt inair and importantly, time. Time is always the worst factor for everything. All these factors will cause your beads to look subdued and unclean. The best way to clean your beads is using baby’s toothbrush with a very mild cleaner. This way is perfectly clean all the dirt away from your beads. If your beads are mixed with other materials, like gemstones, glass or crystal, you should also be more careful in this cleaning step. Ensure that you have check all the materials made in your bead jewelry before start the process.

2. For the beading cord, you need to be quite careful every time you are playing with it. A beading string will enhance your bead’s look and also give the strength to the piece at the same time. Typical materials for jewelry design using beads with pearls. The knots are placed in between to safe pearls from rubbing with other materials. If you don’t like the knot, you can go with the seed beads as a spacer between each of them. Therefore, when you clean this jewelry, you need to carefully check on these knots and these small beads. Don’t overlook all of these things as they are very important to keep your jewelry in shape.

3. For the clasp, you need to go with the stronger clasp. You might like the fashion clasp, but make sure that they are strong enough for your daily use. Otherwise you will lost the clasp quickly and it will end your jewelry usage unless you let it repair at the jewelry store. Make sure that the clasp of each piece is going well with the jewelry design.

With all these caring tips, your vintage beads will look entirely new every time you want to use them.