ABOUT US
The Diamond Veneer Collection: Was launched in Nov. 2008, and is another great Zirconmania new innovation, by harnessing the development of extreme properties of diamonds at a nano-scale and add tremendous value to gem materials such as cubic zirconia that have long been used as inexpensive alternative diamonds. The Diamond-Veneer is based on the Zirconite Cubic Zirconia man-made gem that cannot be visually distinguished from a real diamond and is manufactured using nano-crystalline diamond like coating technology.
REWARDS, ACCOLADES AND AFFILIATIONS:
Zirconmania has been selected for the 2013 Los Angeles Awards for Jewelers
2008 “Best of Local Business” Award in the Jewelers Category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).
Designed the "Swan Tiara” for the FOX Network Show.
Designed the "Paperclip Jewel" for the Miramax's "Paper Clip" the movie to benefit related charities.
Received the Accessories Magazine "Best of 2003": "Most sparkling use of slang Bling-Bling".
Designed the concept for the "Diamonds and the Beads" jewels for Sharona Jewels.
What is Zirconite Cubic zirconia?
Zirconite is a diamond simulate having optical characteristics that are very close to those of natural diamonds. It is crystal grown under tremendous heat of 5000F (the hardest steel melts at around 3000F) and was developed by the Russians for use in their Laser programs. It has a refractive index, dispersion and hardness so close to a diamond it is uncanny. Diamond, one of the hardest materials known to man is rated 10, lying at the top of the hardness scale. The hardness of ZIRCONITE® cubic zirconia ranges between 9.0-9.1 while ordinary cubic zirconia ranges between 8.5-8.9. Glass or sand is approximately 5-6, therefore dust and dirt will not scratch ZIRCONITE®. Indeed, ZIRCONITE® cubic zirconia can scratch glass just like natural diamonds. ZIRCONITE® is also tougher than sapphire, making ZIRCONITE® more chip resistant.
There are many grades of cubic zirconia from those with a milky look to high intensity, custom cut, polished girdles with perfect facets, which look just like diamonds. Cubic zirconia gem cutting and polishing techniques vary widely around the world. Even if the raw materials used are exactly the same, the best quality faceting and polishing methods result in gems which have far more "life" and a crisper, cleaner appearance, proving that when it comes to ZIRCONITE® cubic zirconia, the old maxim "you get what you pay for" is absolutely true.
ZIRCONITE® weighs 65% more than a real diamond. Therefore, the only way to tell the difference between the two is by weighing the unset stone. Once it is set, it is impossible for even a jeweler to tell the difference. A few years ago, ABCs 20/20 news team took a high intensity cubic zirconia stone, as well as a perfect $50,000,000 mined diamond to the New York Diamond District. After careful examination of the two stones an expert claimed that they were both so perfect that they must both be counterfeit!
The only difference therefore between ZIRCONITE® and a diamond lies in the price, and in the mind...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order?
The minimum order is $100. We serve boutiques, retailers, and fashion businesses worldwide.
What is Zirconite cubic zirconia?
Zirconite is our proprietary premium cubic zirconia, cut to diamond-grade standards with exceptional brilliance virtually indistinguishable from real diamonds.
Do you offer sterling silver jewelry?
Yes! We carry genuine .925 sterling silver jewelry set with Zirconite CZ - rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
How long has Zirconmania been in business?
Since 1986. Featured on CBS The Talk, ABC The View, and the Hollywood Gifting Lounge.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we ship worldwide to boutiques and fashion retailers globally.
What jewelry types do you carry?
Rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants, bracelets - couture CZ, sterling silver, mother of pearl, and fashion jewelry.