12. What About Synthetic And Simulated Gemstones?
What Are They, And How Are Synthetic Gemstones Made?
Simulated Gemstones: These don't have the same properties (i.e. optical, physical, and chemical etc.) as natural gemstones, but resemble the natural gemstone they imitate.
Simulated Gemstones
Falling along side of imitation and lab created stones, simulated gemstones do not have the same mineral composition as natural stones. They imitate the gemstone and usually are made of glass or plastic.
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Imitation or Simulated Gemstones
Imitation gemstones can be anything that resembles a natural gemstone but does not have the same physical characteristics or chemical composition. These items are usually much less expensive than the natural forms.
If you're looking for a nice gift, stud earrings are available in several different sizes, and may be ordered with many natural or simulated gemstones or birthstones - amethyst, sapphire, garnet, alexandrite, ruby, cubic zirconia and many more.
 See also: Gemstone, Jewel, Natural, Diamond, Simulated gemstone
  
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