The most unmistakable love token there is. This heart-cut ruby promise ring centers a genuine lab-grown ruby cut into a crisp, symmetrical heart, framed by a pave halo and double-row pave shoulders of bright simulated diamond. Set in 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925, the warm pink-on-rose-gold palette reads romantic and modern all at once — a promise, an engagement or an anniversary, all in one silhouette.
Genuine lab-grown ruby
Heart cut · 6 x 6mm
Pave halo
Double-row pave shoulders
14K rose gold vermeil
Free velvet gift box
A heart you can wear
The heart cut is the most symbolically loaded shape in jewelry and one of the hardest to cut well — a clean cleft at the top, twin lobes of equal curve, and a precise point at the base. Done right, it reads as a heart from every angle, not just from above. It is the reason so many buyers choose it over a round or oval when they want the meaning to be obvious. See how it sits alongside other red designs in our ruby engagement rings collection and the wider ruby jewelry range.
The genuine lab-grown ruby
The center is a genuine lab-grown ruby — real corundum, chemically identical to mined ruby, with a Mohs hardness of 9 that makes it superbly suited to daily wear. This stone sits in the brighter pink-red part of the ruby spectrum, a saturated, vivid tone that glows against rose gold. A lab-grown ruby is a real ruby, not a simulated stone: same mineral, same hardness, same color, simply grown in a controlled setting with a fully traceable, conflict-free origin. Our ruby meaning guide explores the lore, and if you are comparing red gems, our garnet vs ruby piece is a helpful read.
Pave halo and double-row shoulders
A pave halo of simulated diamond (CZ) traces the exact outline of the heart, enlarging its presence on the finger and making the shape read even more clearly from across a room. Below it, double-row pave runs down each shoulder — one row on the top face, a second along the gallery side — so the slim band sparkles from multiple angles. The bright white accents against the vivid pink ruby are the whole visual point. Prefer lab-grown diamond accents on a solid-gold version? Message us for a quote.
Warm 14K rose gold vermeil
The ring is 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925 — a solid sterling silver core wrapped in real 14K rose gold. Warm pink ruby on warm rose gold creates a unified, soft-modern palette rather than a cool-versus-warm contrast, which is why this colorway reads so romantic. Explore more warm-toned pairings in our ruby couples rings collection.
What ruby symbolizes
Ruby has meant love, passion and vitality across cultures for millennia — the "king of gems" and, paired with the heart cut, a doubly clear message of devotion. It is the July birthstone and the traditional stone for 15th and 40th wedding anniversaries. For the full story, see our July birthstone guide and our red engagement rings guide.
Specifications
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Metal 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925
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Center stone Genuine lab-grown ruby (real corundum)
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Cut & size Heart, 6.0 x 6.0 mm (approx. 1.1 ct)
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Color Vibrant pink-red
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Hardness 9 on the Mohs scale
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Halo & shoulders Pave-set simulated diamond (CZ), double-row
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Band Comfort fit, nickel-free, hypoallergenic
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Birthstone July · 15th & 40th anniversary stone
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Sourcing Ethically sourced, conflict-free stones
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Included Free luxury velvet gift box & lifetime warranty
Aquamarise vermeil is real gold over sterling silver 925 — the rich, golden look you love, at a price that makes it easy to say yes. Keep it luminous with a little care: remove before showering, swimming, or exercise, avoid contact with lotions and fragrance, and store dry between wears. Want gold all the way through? The same design is also available in solid gold.
Sizing & care
True to size and comfort-fit. If you do not know your size, message us before ordering — and if the fit is not quite right, resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. Clean with warm water and a soft cloth, and take care with the point and cleft of the heart, which are the most vulnerable parts of any heart cut. Store the ring in its velvet box between wears. For a matching stack, browse our ruby wedding bands.
Frequently asked questions
Is the ruby a real ruby?
Yes. It is a genuine lab-grown ruby — real corundum, the same mineral as mined ruby, with the same chemistry, hardness of 9 and color. It is a true ruby, simply grown in a controlled setting rather than mined. It is not a simulated stone, glass or CZ.
Why is the ruby pink rather than dark red?
This stone sits in the brighter pink-red range of the ruby spectrum. Ruby gets its color from chromium, and the amount present determines how deep-red or pink-red it reads — both ends are real ruby. Many buyers love the brighter tone against rose gold. If you would prefer a deeper red on a solid-gold version, message us.
What is rose gold vermeil?
Rose gold vermeil is real 14K rose gold bonded over a solid sterling silver 925 core. You get the warm, golden look of rose gold at an easier price. If you would prefer gold all the way through, the same design is also available in solid gold.
Are the halo and shoulder accents real diamonds?
No — the halo and double-row shoulders are simulated diamond (CZ), chosen for bright, crisp sparkle at this price. The center ruby is the genuine stone. If you would like lab-grown diamond accents on a solid-gold version, message us for a quote.
How durable is ruby for daily wear?
Ruby is 9 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond and harder than any other common colored gem except sapphire. It holds up beautifully for everyday wear; just avoid sharp knocks to the point of the heart cut.
Is this an engagement ring or a promise ring?
Both. The halo construction gives it the weight of an engagement ring, while the heart cut is the classic promise-ring shape. Many buyers use it as a promise ring and later promote it to an engagement ring, or simply wear it as a romantic statement.
How big is the center ruby?
The heart-cut ruby is 6.0 x 6.0 mm, roughly 1.1 carats. With the halo around it, the visible ring face reads closer to a 1.5ct footprint on the finger.
Will it stack with a wedding band?
Yes. The curved base of the heart sits neatly above a curved or chevron contour band. Match in rose gold vermeil for a unified stack, or contrast with silver or yellow gold for a two-tone look.
Will the sterling silver turn my finger green?
No. Genuine 925 sterling silver does not turn skin green, and here it sits beneath the rose gold layer anyway. The ring is nickel-free and hypoallergenic.
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. The lab-grown ruby requires no mining and is fully traceable, and the accent stones are ethically sourced, so you can wear it with complete peace of mind.
How do I care for it?
Remove it before showering, swimming or exercise, avoid contact with lotions and fragrance, and store it dry in its velvet box between wears. Clean with warm water and a soft cloth.
Does it arrive gift-ready?
Yes. Every order ships in a free luxury velvet gift box and is backed by our lifetime warranty — ready for a proposal, a promise or a Valentine's gift.
