Swarovski is cut from lead glass and was first initially developed by Swarovkski in Austria. It's basically lead glass cut to look like an imitation gemstone. This has a very great luminous look and feel and is a lot less expensive than Cubic Zirconia. Keep in mind, the luster to this crystal is very colorful in clear, so it may not appear to be as real looking as diamond. Swarovski is great for imitation "colored gems"
Czech Crystal is also made from glass. Not as common as the other two, but similar to Austrian Crystal. This would most likely be the cheapest, but also not as valued as the Swarovski.
Zirconium Oxide or (Cubic Zirconia) is the number one synthetic version of Diamond used as its substitute. It's somewhat heavier than diamond and it is man-made. This would be the most expensive of the three. Less than the price of diamond and sometimes a great deal less for the value, while also looking as close to diamond as you can get.
Czech Crystal is also made from glass. Not as common as the other two, but similar to Austrian Crystal. This would most likely be the cheapest, but also not as valued as the Swarovski.
Zirconium Oxide or (Cubic Zirconia) is the number one synthetic version of Diamond used as its substitute. It's somewhat heavier than diamond and it is man-made. This would be the most expensive of the three. Less than the price of diamond and sometimes a great deal less for the value, while also looking as close to diamond as you can get.
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