A cubic zirconia, also known as a CZ,  is a synthetic precious stone which means that it is produced in a laboratory but still maintains the same physical and chemical characteristics as a genuine stone.  Because the synthetic stones are man-made they abundant, which ultimately makes them much less expensive.  Bottom line is that a CZ is durable, doesn’t cost much and has a close visual likeness to a diamond.  So, wear that gorgeous CZ ring with ATTITUDE.  Is it real?  Only you will know.