Cubic zirconia rings are a great affordable alternative to diamonds but there are some problems when it comes to choosing CZ rings for an engagement or wedding. The first problem is that many cubic zirconia engagement rings are set in silver or inferior metal mountings and therefore couples worry about the quality and longevity of the jewelry. The second problem is that CZ rings allow for couples to choose larger stones because they are cheaper than diamonds but ladies may be worried that their precious bridal sets may look fake or not very believable. The thirds problem is that cubic zirconia rings of varying qualities have recently flooded the market making it very difficult to know what ring is the best quality and design.

To help ladies who are about to become engaged and couples who are planning to buy their bridal sets, I have selected 2 beautiful high quality white gold cubic zirconia engagement rings that are set in fine precious metal mountings and will last, have believable sized stones that look very much like diamonds and are priced to accommodate moderate budgets.

Recommended Cubic Zirconia Engagement Rings

1. The Elegant CZ Ring from Goldenmine costs just over $150 and is set in solid 14k white gold. The classic design is very delicate and believable with a central stone set in a curved design with 3 flute-like scrolls accenting the shank with smaller gemstones inside the flutes. The scroll details and the smaller cubic zirconia stones make this piece very believable so no one will question it is not a diamond creation. Cubic zirconia engagement rings set in gold that look real and are so affordable are not that easy to find, so I have chosen this piece as my number one choice. However, in a similar price range of $150 to $200 there are dozens of other designs, also in solid white gold, with about .25 carats of clear gems and different settings to accommodate a variety of tastes.
2. If you have been searching for modern cubic zirconia engagement rings then you will love the Goldenmine design that is simply labeled with a code number,R3931-00YGA, but is a real bargain at just under $180 because it has a wide solid 14k gold band with a half carat gemstone and nothing else. This is one of the few contemporary solitaire cubic zirconia rings that is crisp and clean-lined, with a highly polished band.