I purchased this ring, it's beautiful.  In the light, the stone is lighter, but in darker settings it does actually come close to the color pictured.  It's not too overpowering, the setting and the stone are just the right size. I love this ring!

*** Update*** When I got this back in July of 2011 I had also gotten 2 other rings.  While the other two have lost their stones on the side, and the main stones have dulled, this ring continues to look like it's never been worn. I wear this ring pretty much everyday, and not a single stone has fallen out. All the gemstones in it are still astonishing. This is probably my favorite ring I've ever owned!