I got this as part of a set to back up my real gold and diamonds.  I'm fairly rough on jewelry, as my hands are always in water and cleaning solutions.  This stone is a good size. It looks realistic - not too gaudy and fake, as some of the larger stones do.  I paired it with the 3mm plain band, and it works for me.  My husband was even impressed!  I like that its sterling, and not a plated metal, so will withstand what I put it through.  The only negative I see, is that the prongs do tend to catch on some things. Tightening them may eliminate that.  So, all in all, I would recommend this.