BERML's Collections frequently incorporate semi-precious gemstones and synthetic alternatives like CZ, lab-grown diamonds, and diamond simulants such as moissanite, which offer an affordable yet stylish option.
Moissanite
Moissanite, often labeled as a diamond alternative, is meticulously crafted to mimic the appearance of diamonds; however, its composition and visual characteristics diverge significantly from those of genuine diamonds. The resilience, radiance, and color of these two gemstones exhibit notable differences.
CZ (Cubic Zirconia)
CZ is diamond simulant that bears resemblance to diamonds but is composed of distinct materials.
While natural and lab-grown diamonds consist of carbon, cubic zirconia is crafted from zirconium dioxide (ZrO2). The term "cubic" in its name is derived from the stone's cubic crystalline structure.
Given that both diamonds and cubic zirconia share this cubic crystalline arrangement, cubic zirconia serves as an excellent imitation of diamonds.
Synthetic Diamonds
Synthetic diamonds, also referred to as lab-grown diamonds, man-made diamonds, engineered diamonds, or cultured diamonds, are cultivated within tightly regulated laboratory settings using sophisticated technological methods that replicate the circumstances under which diamonds emerge naturally in the mantle, situated beneath the Earth's crust. These lab-grown diamonds are constructed from real carbon atoms organized in the distinct crystalline structure typical of diamonds.
Synthetic diamonds are priced comparably to Moissanite and cubic zirconia.
Freshwater Pearls
Famous for their soft, smooth sheen and a spectrum of delicate, natural pastel shades, BERML's Collection of Freshwater Pearl jewelry provides an excellent opportunity to explore exquisite and lively pearls without straining your budget.
Showcasing genuine shades of pink, lavender, and white, along with a radiant, metallic shine, these pearls vary from almost perfectly spherical to uniquely stylish baroque forms, ensuring that even the most discerning pearl enthusiasts can discover a piece of pearl jewelry that appeals to them!
Semi-Precious Gemstones
Semi-precious gemstones encompass all gemstones that fall outside the category of the "Precious Four": Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, and Emerald. Gemstones falling outside these four are categorized as semi-precious.
The list of such gemstones is extensive, but some of the more recognizable ones include alexandrite, agate, amethyst, aquamarine, garnet, lapis lazuli, moonstone, opal, pearl, peridot, rose quartz, spinel, tanzanite, tourmaline, turquoise, and zircon.
Nowadays, select semi-precious gemstones can easily surpass precious stones in value. Notably, many natural pearls command substantial prices, often exceeding those of lower quality precious diamonds, rubies, emeralds, or sapphires. Spinels provide another illustration of this trend.
Furthermore, numerous semi-precious stones can exhibit greater rarity than some precious varieties.
Such examples include demantoid garnets, tsavorite garnets, and various other semi-precious gemstones that are challenging to find, mine, and obtain in quantities lower than their precious counterparts.