What is Cubic Zirconia? Cubic zirconia (CZ) is the cubic crystalline form of zirconium dioxide (ZrO₂). The synthesized material is hard, optically flawless and usually colorless, but may be made in a variety of different colors. It should not be confused with zircon, which is a zirconium silicate (ZrSiO₄). It is sometimes erroneously called "cubic zirconium".

Because of its low cost, durability, and close visual likeness to diamond, synthetic cubic zirconia has remained the most gemologically and economically important competitor for diamonds since commercial production began in 1976. Its main competitor as a synthetic gemstone is a more recently cultivated material, synthetic moissanite.

 

Shipping: All items are shipped via U. S. Postal Service with tracking, from a pet-free, smoke-free environment. 

About Chamilia:

Chamilia was founded in NYC in 2002 as a bead company, and since its purchase by Swarovski in 2013, has blossomed into a leading brand of charms and jewelry designed for women to accessorize with meaning.   

Love. Milestones. Passions. Relationships. Inspiration. 

Tell a story that is yours alone. 

As a Swarovski company, Chamilia is fortunate to be supported by quality experts around the world who help us deliver impeccably-crafted collections that last a lifetime and beyond. 

Chamilia charms and jewelry are lovingly created with a blend of old-world techniques and cutting-edge technology. Using only the finest, heirloom-quality metals – solid .925 sterling silver and 14K gold – our dedicated teams create beautifully detailed jewelry almost entirely by hand. 

Accented with Swarovski Crystals and Zirconia –the finest in the world – they radiate with unsurpassed brilliance.

How to tell if an item is authentic Chamilia:
In 2008, Chamilia began stamping all of their products. Look for one of the following maker marks” :

C, or Chamilia, or CHAM, or 925, or Cham 925

What does 925 mean?

925 is the mark for Sterling Silver. It is 92.5% pure silver and the rest is some kind of alloy. This is much different than silver plated where a layer of silver is placed over another metal or alloy, and can be scraped off or tarnished easily.

Caring for Your Jewelry: 
Chamilia sterling silver and 14K gold beads are treated to resist tarnishing, but sometimes they need a quick touch-up. To do so, we recommend only using a jewelry polishing cloth. Do not use liquid silver polish as it removes the oxidization from the beads and bracelets. It is also recommended that you remove your jewelry before entering hot tubs or pools, as exposure to harsh chemical can alter the appearance of your Chamilia Product.

Who we are:
Hollywood Ornaments is a family business and has been selling on ebay since 2002. We have over 13,000 satisfied customers. Your satisfaction is our top priority.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. We will reply within 24 hours or less.