Esme Labradorite & Black Onyx Ring in Sterling Silver

A flash of northern lights caught in dark stone. The Esme black onyx ring pairs an oval labradorite center — alive with blue-green fire that shifts as the light moves — with rich accents of deep, glossy natural black onyx. Crafted in solid 925 sterling silver with a rhodium finish, it is a vintage-inspired engagement ring for anyone who loves iridescence and shadow in equal measure.

Vintage charm with a dark edge

An intricate, vintage-inspired setting cradles the labradorite center while black onyx accents run alongside, creating a dramatic contrast that makes the stone's iridescence flare. It is romantic and a little mysterious — a design that feels at home among our gothic engagement rings and equally lovely as a promise or anniversary piece. If a darker, more magical palette is what you are after, our guide to black gemstones is a wonderful place to explore the family.

The labradorite center

The centerpiece is a natural labradorite, famous for its labradorescence — the shifting play of blue, green and gold that seems to float beneath the surface as the stone catches the light. Because that flash forms naturally within each stone, color and pattern vary subtly from one gem to the next, so yours will be uniquely its own. Cut as an oval, the labradorite reads soft and ethereal against the sharp black onyx around it.

The natural black onyx accents

The accents are natural black onyx — a variety of chalcedony quartz with a deep, opaque jet-black body and a smooth, glassy polish. Sitting around 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, onyx has been treasured since antiquity for its even color and mirror sheen. Here it grounds the shimmering labradorite in darkness, sharpening the contrast that gives the ring its drama. You will find more jet-black designs in our black onyx engagement rings collection, and our guide to black onyx meaning explores the symbolism these stones carry.

A crisp simulated diamond sparkle

Fine simulated diamond accents (cubic zirconia) are threaded through the setting, adding bright, precise flashes of white that lift the whole design and make both the labradorite and onyx glow deeper by contrast. It is a classic, budget-friendly way to bring a little engagement-ring shimmer to the vintage silhouette.

Sterling silver with a rhodium finish

The ring is crafted in solid 925 sterling silver and finished with rhodium — the same precious white metal used on fine white-gold jewelry. Rhodium gives the silver a bright, mirror-white luster and adds a protective layer that helps resist tarnish and everyday scratches, keeping the ring looking freshly polished. The cool tone flatters both the labradorite's fire and the onyx's jet-black depth.

What black onyx symbolizes

Black onyx has long been worn as a stone of protection, grounding and steady resolve, believed to absorb heavy energy and center the wearer through change — while labradorite is cherished as a stone of magic, intuition and transformation. Together they make a fitting emblem of individuality and enduring love. To see how couples style dark stones for their vows, browse our black onyx couples rings, and if labradorite draws you in, our October birthstone guide celebrates the shimmering, iridescent gems of autumn.

Specifications

Sizing & care

Choose your size at checkout. To keep the labradorite, onyx and rhodium finish at their brightest, remove the ring before showering, swimming or applying lotions, and store it in the velvet box when not worn. A soft, dry cloth restores the shine. Please note the book box shown in some photos is styling only; your ring arrives in a luxurious velvet box.