{"id":345,"date":"2012-12-03T10:31:17","date_gmt":"2012-12-03T15:31:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wwww.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/?p=345"},"modified":"2014-08-27T12:15:17","modified_gmt":"2014-08-27T16:15:17","slug":"high-end-cz-jewelry-a-first-time-buyers-answer-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/high-end-cz-jewelry-a-first-time-buyers-answer-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"High-End CZ Jewelry: A First Time Buyer\u2019s Answer Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re currently shopping for high-end CZ jewelry for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions. As you search the web you\u2019re likely finding plenty of conflicting information. As one of the world\u2019s most highly respected producers of find CZ jewelry we are committed to consumer education. No matter where you make your purchase, we hope you will take the time to educate yourself here at Birkat Elyon. Through our website and our blog we have compiled a rich library of information to answer your questions and to help you select a piece of CZ jewelry that will dazzle for years to come. \u00a0 Below we have compiled a few of our most frequently asked questions to help guide you as you make your first CZ jewelry purchase.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/rings2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-46 aligncenter\" title=\"cz jewelry\" src=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/rings2-300x100.jpg\" alt=\"cubic zirconia jewelry\" width=\"300\" height=\"100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/rings2-300x100.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/rings2.jpg 580w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>A First Time Buyer\u2019s Answer Guide<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>How much should you spend?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When purchasing CZ jewelry you can expect a wide variance in price. Just like fine gemstones; size and weight have a big impact on the cost of each piece of CZ jewelry. If you\u2019re looking to spend a bit less, a pair of CZ stud earrings may be a good purchase. If you\u2019re looking for a larger, more eye-catching piece you may want to consider a CZ tennis bracelet. No matter the style of CZ jewelry you select, it should cost significantly less than a similar piece of diamond or gemstone encrusted jewelry. A high quality CZ costs a fraction of a similar piece of diamond jewelry. Though you can find CZ jewelry for an even lower price point, you will be purchasing lower quality, machine cut CZ. To learn more about CZ quality grades, be sure and read this recent blog post:<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Understanding Cubic Zirconia Quality Grades: 1A, 5A, Hand-Cut \u2013 What does it all mean?\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/understanding-cubic-zirconia-quality-grades-1a-5a-hand-cut-what-does-it-all-mean\/\">Understanding Cubic Zirconia Quality Grades: 1A, 5A, Hand-Cut \u2013 What does it all mean?<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>How do know you\u2019re selecting quality CZ jewelry?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>High-end cubic zirconia is made from the highest quality raw materials on the market. Once it has been formulated it is hand cut and hand polished to produce a purity level of 99.9%. As you shop for CZ jewelry be sure and keep this in mind. If you\u2019re considering purchasing from a jeweler who does not have these quality standards, you are not selecting a high-end piece of CZ jewelry. For more details on how our CZ is produced, read this recent post:<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"The Process behind Refining the Best Cubic Zirconia in the World\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/the-process-behind-refining-the-best-cubic-zirconia-in-the-world\/\">The Process behind Refining the Best Cubic Zirconia in the World<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>What type of setting should you select?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is extremely important to select a quality setting. After all, you want the setting to continue looking just as beautiful as the cubic zirconia itself. At Birkat Elyon all of our CZ jewelry is placed in 14K gold, 18K gold or platinum settings; meaning each of our pieces is created to last a lifetime. If you\u2019re looking for high-end CZ jewelry, be sure and invest in a top-quality setting as well.<\/p>\n<p>Interested in learning more about our cubic zirconia jewelry and how it is made? <a title=\"Contact us\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/customer-service\">Contact us<\/a> and speak to one of our master jewelers.\u00a0 We also encourage you to follow our blog and subscribe to our newsletter in the right hand column of this page. Learn about new products and get tips on caring for your favorite CZ jewelry. While you\u2019re here we also encourage you to read these recent posts:<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Maintaining and Caring for Your CZ Jewelry\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/maintaining-and-caring-for-your-cz-jewelry\/\">Maintaining and Caring for Your CZ Jewelry<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Holiday Gift Ideas: The Cubic Zirconia Earrings for the Woman Who Has Everything\" href=\"http:\/\/www.birkatelyon.com\/blog\/holiday-gift-ideas-the-cubic-zirconia-earrings-for-the-woman-who-has-everything\/\">Holiday Gift Ideas: The Cubic Zirconia Earrings for the Woman Who Has Everything<\/a><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re currently shopping for high-end CZ jewelry for the first time, you probably have a lot of questions. As you search the web you\u2019re likely finding plenty of conflicting information. 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