I have wanted a black diamond for a long time, but I didn't mind if it was fake (you usually can't tell) as long as the band was sterling silver so it wouldn't tarnish. The black stones aren't very shiny, but all in all it is a nice ring for the money. I cleaned it really good and got it to sparkle a little more. It isn't a wow factor ring, but it is nice enough, especially for the price.