Sure, a diamond engagement or wedding ring has been a longstanding “tradition.” But today’s smart money types are looking past that and opting for something just as brilliant, durable and beautiful – but much more economical.
Namely, a cubic zirconia ring.
According to The Knot, the average cost of a diamond ring is close to $6K – and that price has been steadily going up every year. For most folks, that’s a huge expense.
Plus, consider this: what if that beautiful sparkler gets lost or stolen? It happens more often than you think. Allstate Insurance compiled a list of the most common reasons they get a claim for a ring:
- Stolen, after it’s left out in the open. You’d be surprised how many people casually leave an expensive ring on a dresser in their home or hotel room, or leave it behind in a restroom.
- Accidentally washed down a drain, or flushed down the toilet.
- Thrown away. You thought you’d found a clever hiding place for your jewelry; someone else mistook it for trash. Whoops.
- Size matters. Rings may need to be resized over time; not everyone does it. Result? It slips off when you least expect it. Bye-bye…
Now you’re looking at the loss of not just memories, but thousands of dollars.
So here are five genius reasons why the smart money types are now opting for CZ jewelry over diamonds.
AFFORDABILITY
Cubic zirconia pieces are a far more affordable option to a diamond. Example: at Birkat Elyon, you can purchase a dazzling CZ ring for an average cost of $700. A comparable diamond piece would cost you upwards of $40,000!
SIZE AND COLOR WON’T COST YOU MORE
Experts note that the cost of a diamond goes up significantly as you increase carat size (the reason most people need to settle for a smaller rock). However, getting a larger CZ ring won’t give your checkbook a seizure.
The same principle goes for fancier shapes: purchasing a diamond with an unusual shape or color is certain to be costly. Cubic zirconia pieces are available in different colors and shapes – and they’ll still fit in your budget.
YOU CAN’T TELL THEM APART
The current technology that goes into creating today’s cubic zirconia jewelry makes it almost impossible to tell the difference between the two. Unless you’re an expert using a loupe to compare them up close, most people won’t know that it’s NOT a diamond ring.
CZs ARE PERFECT — LITERALLY
Unlike a diamond, CZs are flawless. Most diamonds contain some imperfections (and if you’re looking for one without, you’ll pay a fortune). Plus, CZs sparkle and reflect light more intensely than a diamond.
ONE LESS THING YOU HAVE TO BUY
An additional saving? You won’t have to buy costly insurance to protect your jewelry. And if it happens to get lost, you won’t suffer.
So why not start a smart new “tradition”? A chic (and affordable) cubic zirconia engagement ring from Birkat Elyon makes a dazzling statement, and lets you start your life together with more money for the journey!