Elongated Cushion Ruby Ring in 14K Rose Gold Vermeil

A big, generous burst of crimson. The elongated cushion ruby ring is built around a bold 7 x 9 mm genuine lab-grown ruby — roughly three carats of deep, glowing red — wrapped in a shimmering halo and a sparkle-lined band. Set in 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925, it is a vintage-inspired ruby engagement ring and July birthstone piece designed to command the room.

An elongated cushion, softened at the corners

The elongated cushion cut is the romantic’s favorite: a pillowy rectangle with gently rounded corners that lengthens the finger and catches light with a soft, antique glow. At 7 x 9 mm it reads big and confident on the hand, and the vintage halo silhouette gives it that heirloom-from-an-estate-sale feeling. It sits at home among our ruby engagement rings and our wider nature-inspired engagement rings for anyone who wants color over convention.

The genuine lab-grown ruby

This is a real ruby — genuine lab-grown corundum, the same mineral as mined ruby, with the same rich crimson color, the same optical brilliance, and the same 9 on the Mohs scale. Growing it in a laboratory is what lets us offer a stone this size in such a clean, saturated red. That 9 hardness rating is second only to diamond, so it stands up to daily wear far better than most colored stones. For the lore behind the color, our ruby meaning guide is a lovely read, and our garnet vs ruby comparison explains why a true ruby red is so prized.

A halo of simulated diamond sparkle

A delicate halo of simulated diamonds (cubic zirconia) rings the ruby, with more sparkle set along the shoulders of the band. The halo does two jobs at once: it makes the center stone look even larger and it throws bright white light around the red so the whole ring glows. It is a crisp, budget-friendly way to add classic engagement-ring brilliance. Prefer a lab-grown diamond or moissanite halo? Message us to customize.

Warm 14K rose gold vermeil

The ring is 14K rose gold vermeil over sterling silver 925 — a genuine layer of 14K rose gold over a solid sterling silver core. Warm rose gold and deep red ruby are a naturally romantic pairing, and the vermeil construction delivers that fine-jewelry warmth at a price that lets the stone take center stage. See how others style the look in our red engagement rings guide.

What ruby symbolizes

For centuries ruby has symbolized passion, vitality and unbreakable love — a fitting emblem for a proposal, an anniversary, or a milestone worth marking in red. It is the July birthstone and the traditional 15th and 40th anniversary gem. Explore matching pieces in our ruby jewelry range and browse gift ideas in our July birthstone guide.

Specifications

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

Choose your size at checkout. If you are between sizes or unsure, message us before ordering and we will help — and if the fit is not quite right, resizing is available and starts from a modest fee. Buff gently with a soft, dry cloth to keep the rose gold glowing, and store the ring in its velvet box between wears so the halo stays bright.