Romance with a shadow at its heart. The Faye cornflower sapphire engagement ring set pairs a pear-cut cornflower-blue sapphire with a smoky, blackened band, so the stone glows like a scrap of midnight sky caught in gunmetal. Crafted in solid 925 sterling silver and finished in deep black ruthenium, this two-piece set is made for lovers of the dark who still want a flash of color at the center.
Cornflower-blue sapphire
Solid 925 sterling silver
Black ruthenium finish
Matching two-piece set
Pear / teardrop cut
Free velvet gift box
A dark-romance proposal
The Faye set is vintage charm with a rebellious edge — a teardrop sapphire lifted in fine prongs above a blackened band that reads as pure gothic drama. It is a design for anyone drawn to gothic engagement rings and moody, unconventional love stories, an alternative to the bright-white solitaire that still feels every bit as romantic. Worn as a pair, the engagement ring and matching band frame the cornflower stone from both sides, so the blue appears to rise from a bed of shadow. If the mood is what draws you in, our wider sapphire couples rings carry the same spirit.
The engagement ring
Holds the pear-cut cornflower sapphire in a prong setting flanked by simulated-diamond accents — the statement piece and focal point of the set.
The matching band
A slender blackened band that nests neatly alongside the engagement ring, completing the two-piece silhouette. Lovely stacked or worn on its own.
The cornflower sapphire
At the center sits a pear-shaped simulated cornflower sapphire, roughly 8 x 6 mm, chosen for its soft, velvety periwinkle-blue — the coveted “cornflower” tone prized in fine sapphire jewelry. It gives you that vivid September-birthstone blue with crisp, consistent color and brilliant sparkle, framed to look its most dramatic against the dark metal. To understand why this blue has captivated jewelers for centuries, our complete guide to sapphire meaning is a beautiful place to begin, and you can browse more blue in our sapphire engagement rings collection.
Simulated-diamond accents
A halo of simulated diamonds (crisp cubic zirconia) traces the setting, adding bright white fire that makes the cornflower blue read even deeper. It is a brilliant, budget-friendly way to layer in classic engagement-ring shimmer, and the contrast of white sparkle against blackened silver is what gives the Faye set its edge. Prefer a lab-grown diamond or moissanite accent instead? Message us — most of our designs can be upgraded.
The black ruthenium finish
The set is finished in black ruthenium, a rare precious metal from the platinum family, applied over solid 925 sterling silver. Ruthenium reads as a deep, smoky gunmetal — a rich blackened-silver tone rather than a flat, pure jet-black. That is the beauty of it: instead of looking painted-on, the finish carries genuine depth and an antique, gothic-vintage warmth, so every prong and curve holds a soft shadow. It is a more precious, more durable finish than ordinary black plating or oxidized silver, and it lets a sterling silver ring wear like something far darker and more mysterious. Curious about the metal? Read what is black ruthenium.
What it symbolizes
Sapphire has long stood for loyalty, wisdom and steadfast love, while black is the color of mystery, strength and unbreakable devotion. Together they make the Faye set a fitting emblem for a bond that is both powerful and enduring — a promise worn in shadow and color. For more on the meaning behind dark rings, see our guide to black rings for women and our edit of gothic wedding rings for dark romance.
Specifications
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Metal Solid 925 sterling silver with black ruthenium finish
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Center stone Simulated cornflower sapphire, pear cut (approx. 8 x 6 mm, ~1.5 ctw)
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Accents Simulated diamonds (cubic zirconia)
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Setting Prong; approx. 2 mm band
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Set includes Engagement ring + matching band
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Finish High-polish black ruthenium (smoky gunmetal)
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Personalization Optional engraving (up to 16 characters)
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Sourcing Ethically sourced, conflict-free stones
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Included Free luxury velvet gift box & lifetime warranty
Sizing & care
Choose your size at checkout. If you are between sizes or unsure, we are happy to help — and if the fit is not quite right, resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. To keep the sapphire and the black ruthenium finish at their richest, remove the rings before showering, swimming or applying lotions and fragrance, and store them in the velvet box between wears. A soft, dry cloth restores the shine beautifully. With gentle care, this is a set made to be worn every day.
Frequently asked questions
Is the sapphire real?
The center is a simulated cornflower sapphire, chosen for its vivid, consistent periwinkle-blue and brilliant sparkle. It gives you the coveted cornflower color at an easy price, framed to look its most dramatic against the dark metal.
Is it pure black?
Not pure jet-black — and that is by design. Black ruthenium is a deep, smoky gunmetal, a rich blackened-silver tone. It carries real depth and an antique, gothic-vintage warmth that flat, painted jet-black finishes cannot, so the ring reads as dark and mysterious rather than one-dimensional.
What is black ruthenium?
Ruthenium is a rare precious metal from the platinum family. Applied over sterling silver, it creates a deep blackened-silver finish that is more precious and more durable than ordinary black plating or oxidized silver.
What metal is it made from?
Solid 925 sterling silver, finished in black ruthenium for its smoky gunmetal depth. It is real sterling silver, not a base-metal alloy.
Does this come as a set?
Yes — it includes the sapphire engagement ring plus a matching blackened band designed to nest alongside it. The band can also be worn on its own as a promise or stacking ring.
What are the accent stones?
Bright simulated diamonds (cubic zirconia) that add crisp white fire and make the cornflower blue read even deeper. Prefer lab-grown diamond or moissanite accents? Reach out and we will tailor it.
Will the finish wear off?
Black ruthenium is a precious-metal finish from the platinum family, more durable than black PVD or oxidized silver. With gentle care — removing it for showers, swimming and lotions — it keeps its rich, smoky depth. If it ever needs refreshing down the line, we are happy to help.
Can it be engraved?
Yes. You can add a personal engraving of up to 16 characters at checkout — a date, initials or a short message. Engraved pieces are final sale, so please double-check spelling.
Is it durable enough for daily wear?
Yes. Sterling silver is a firm, wearable metal, the prong setting secures the stone, and the ruthenium finish adds a durable precious-metal layer. Remove the rings for rough activities to keep everything pristine.
How do I care for the rings?
Remove them before showering, swimming or applying lotions and fragrance, store them in the velvet box, and buff gently with a soft dry cloth. Gentle care keeps both the sapphire and the blackened finish luminous.
What size should I order?
Select your ring size at checkout. If you are unsure or between sizes, contact us for guidance. Resizing is available and starts from a modest fee.
Are the stones ethically sourced?
Yes. All of our stones are ethically sourced and conflict-free, so you can wear your set with complete peace of mind.
Does it arrive gift-ready?
Every order ships in a free luxury velvet gift box and is backed by our lifetime warranty — ready for a proposal or to give as a keepsake.
Can I see other gothic designs?
Absolutely. Explore our full gothic engagement rings and the wider sapphire engagement rings collection to find the pairing that speaks to you.
