Simulated Diamonds
What are Simulated Diamonds?
Simulated diamonds, also called diamond simulants, imitation diamonds, or fake diamonds, are man-made stones that look like, or simulate the appearance of natural diamonds, but are made of material that is not carbon-based and do not have the same properties of natural diamonds. Some imitation diamonds currently on the market include cubic zirconia, Moissanite, Russian Brilliants, Diamond Nexus, white sapphire and white topaz.
White Topaz
White Topaz – A Natural Diamond Substitute
Natural silver topaz, or commonly called white topaz, is colorless but it also occurs in a broad range of colors: yellow, blue, pink, peach, gold, green, red, and light to medium brown. White or colorless topaz is often irradiated and heat-treated to form blue topaz.
White Topaz has a Mohs hardness of 8 with visually much less brilliance and fire than natural diamonds. The stone’s hardness allows it to take an exceptional polish that gives it extra pop and luster.
Topaz are found in Russia, Siberia, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Africa and China, Japan, Pakistan, Myanmar, Nigeria, Australia, Mexico, and in the United States.
Take a look at this Sterling Silver 14K White Gold Plated Genuine Round White Topaz Engagement Ring
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