Synthetic vs Simulant Gemstones

True Synthetic Gemstones

These gemstones are identical in composition to their natural counterparts in every way; the only difference is that they are created in a laboratory. These synthetic gemstones are often labeled as “laboratory grown” or “laboratory created”, words which are more acceptable to a buyer than “synthetic”. As synthetic gemstones can be made at any time, they are not rare and prices and quality do differ due to the different manufacturing methods.

List of Synthetic Gemstones we sell:

  1. Corundum: Sapphire (Blue, Pink and White) & Ruby
  2. Hydrothermal Emerald
  3. Czochralski Alexandrite
  4. Blue Spinel

 

Simulant (Imitation) Gemstones

Imitation gemstones do not have the same properties as natural gemstones but resemble the natural gemstone they imitate and are called simulants. A simulated gemstone can be any material that takes on the appearance of a natural gemstone. The most popular Diamond simulant is Cubic Zirconia which has enjoyed a five decade stronghold over other simulants. 

List of Simulant Gemstones we sell:

  1. Cubic Zirconia
  2. Spinel: Aquamarine, Blue Zircon
  3. Corundum: Alexandrite, Garnet
  4. Glass: Green, Red, Blue, Citrine Crystals
  5. Nano Gems: Morganite, Sapphire and Grey
  6. Opal
  7. Moissanite
  8. Turquoise