Three faceted amethysts run along a slim silver chain, forming a bracelet with a clean, minimalist line. Each facet catches the light differently, and the stone's violet shifts from pale heather to a deeper, saturated purple - the cut brings out this shifting colour with every movement of the hand. Before it reaches the setting, each stone is assessed for clarity and colour intensity, because only then do the facets throw off a clear flash of light instead of a dull surface. In old jewellery craft, amethyst's violet was linked to calm and clarity of mind - that association still accompanies the stone today, even as the bracelet's form remains distinctly contemporary.

The metal is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, further coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal that protects the surface from scratches and keeps it from tarnishing or losing its shine. The alloy is free of harmful additives, so the bracelet can be worn without worry of skin irritation. Silver is rising in price, and good amethysts with clear colour are becoming harder to find, so buying at this price makes sense today. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark - a guarantee of the quality and origin of the precious metal. The bracelet measures 18 cm, and an adjustable 4 cm extension lets you fit it to a slender or fuller wrist.

This slender form sits well in urban casual wear - under the loose cuff of a white shirt, peeking out from a denim jacket sleeve or a leather biker jacket. The violet facets bring life to an understated look and catch the eye with every gesture of the hand, whether you're fixing your hair or reaching for a cup. At a light 3.4 g, the bracelet sits gently on the wrist and doesn't weigh it down even when worn all day.