Cubic Zirconia: The “Green” Alternative

“Green” and “sustainability” are big buzzwords these days. We’ve learned to recycle more, cut down on waste, and do other simple things to help the planet. Those earth-friendly habits can extend to beautiful jewelry, too! Birkat Elyon has been in the business of high-quality cubic zirconia pieces that are very eco-friendly. And even better, they’re virtually indistinguishable from real gems. There are some very smart reasons to choose cubic zirconia…

What is Cubic Zirconia?

Cubic zirconia is a synthetically produced stone that is extraordinarily similar to diamonds in a number of its properties – including look, texture, luster, density, and clarity. Since cubic zirconia has so much in common with diamonds and is relatively inexpensive, it is often used as a stone in jewelry. Although cubic zirconia (CZ) is produced in synthetic form to optimize its affordability, it is based on the naturally occurring…