Cubic Zirconia Earrings

Is cubic zirconia worth anything?

One of the factors in cubic zirconia's popularity is its incredibly low price tag. Even when compared to another diamond simulant such as moisinate, cubic zirconia still comes out on top for affordability.

However, this also means that if you have an old pair of zirconia earrings to sell, you won't get much in return. Instead, why not hold onto them and practice some DiY and repurpose them?

Due to its low price point, cubic zirconia earrings are great gifts, particularly for those who have just had their ears pierced and are beginning their jewellery collection from scratch.

Sterling silver cubic zirconia earrings may be more expensive, but they suit a variety of occasions.

Are cubic zirconia earrings good quality?

Cubic zirconia may be an affordable option, but are they worth it?

The durability of this gemstone ranks between 8 and 8.5 on the Mohs scale which is pretty high when considering fellow synthetic gemstone moissinate is 9.25 and diamonds are 10.

Shop our versatile selection of moissanite rings for a wedding or casual look.

Cubic zirconia is hard due to the process used in the lab and must all meet a standard in order to be sold as jewellery. What's more, it doesn't matter what size or weight the cut is, the strength is consistant.

How long will cubic zirconia earrings last?

It really depends on how often you wear your cubic zirconia earrings and how well you look after them.

On average, this gemstone will look great for about 2 to 5 years before it gets cloudy and scratched with everyday wear. It may sound short, but keep in mind how affordable it is compared to lookalike alternatives.

There are steps you can take for cubic zirconia earrings to last longer. To begin with, always take them off before showering or swimming as harsh chemicals can quickly tarnish the gemstone.

Sweat and perfume can also affect the longevity of your earrings so be mindful of when you wear them. You should also take earrings (especially drop earrings) out before you sleep at night to prevent them from getting pulled out as you toss and turn throughout the night.

Put your earrings in a bag or jewellery box when not wearing them to keep them safe.

Do cubic zirconia earrings tarnish?

Yes and no.

To be specific, since cubic zirconia is a gemstone (albeit artificial), it doesn't tarnish like metals. Sterling silver is often used for cubic zirconia to set in, which is prone to tarnishing, especially when not looked after.

Cubic zirconia stud earrings may be small, but if you wear them day after day without proper care, they will tarnish, too.

Discover our Square Cubic Zirconia Studs for a subtle, elegant touch.

Unfortuntaly, you can't have cubic zirconia without the metal, so it's simply something to consider when you choose what earring material to add to your outfit.