It is a pretty shade of purple, it is just hard to see because of the size (common sense on my part would've told me that when I ordered).  It was difficult to get in, but once it's in, it hasn't come out at all, which is a plus. also instead of the gem being glued in the edges of the metal bend around it to hold it on, which is another plus.  Overall it is a good quality piece that takes some manipulating to get in place, but I would recommend a different color, something more bright and vibrant.