This minimalist bracelet brings three faceted black onyx stones onto the wrist, each with a deep, matte black colour. Set in a row, the stones catch the light in brief flashes along the edges of their facets, while the surface between them stays smooth and quiet. The simple, narrow form doesn't draw attention away from that black - it's the black that leads the eye as the hand moves. Onyx has long been associated with strength, endurance and confidence, which suits such a plain, understated form well.

Each onyx is chosen for the depth of its colour and the purity of its surface - only a stone free of streaks and discoloration makes it into this bracelet. Silver and good stones get more expensive year on year, so this kind of quality at a reasonable price is becoming increasingly rare. Refined sterling silver 925, with a high-purity alloy, is coated in a layer of rhodium that protects against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts. The alloy contains no nickel or other harmful metal additives, so it can be worn without worry about skin irritation. European craftsmanship shows in the precise setting of the stones and the even, smooth edges of the links. The maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the French assay office, attests to the origin of the metal.

The bracelet is 19 cm long with an adjustable 4 cm extension, so it's easy to fit to a narrow wrist. In summer it looks good under the short sleeve of a linen dress in cream or sand - the black of the onyx stands out against the light fabric and draws the eye to the hand. It can also be worn with the cuff of a cotton shirt rolled up, so only the metal at the wrist shows. It weighs 3.5 g, so it doesn't weigh down the hand even when worn for long stretches throughout the day.