Rose quartz cabochons line up along a narrow silver bracelet in a form so simple it's hard to look away. The cabochon cut draws out the stone's soft, rosy glow without breaking it into small flashes of light - it glides calmly across the smooth surface, with no showiness. This is a bracelet with a distinctly minimalist character, made for a wrist that doesn't need excess adornment. Rose quartz has long been associated with love, tenderness and harmonious relationships, which makes it a popular choice as a gift with a personal meaning.

Cabochons like these - clean, of an even, saturated colour - are easy to overlook among random specimens, and it's not easy to find a second one of similar character quickly. Silver and good natural stones get more expensive every year, so a bracelet of this price and quality is a sensible choice today. Rhodium on the surface of the metal protects it against tarnishing and blackening, keeping the shine clean and clear for years to come. Underneath lies pure, refined European silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so it can be worn on the wrist without worry of irritation. The French maker's mark on the clasp confirms the metal's origin and the reliability of the craftsmanship.

The bracelet is 18 centimetres long, and an adjustable 4-centimetre extension chain allows it to be fitted even to the smallest wrist. It works beautifully for an evening out - under the sleeve of a silk blouse or with a little black dress, where the pink cabochon draws the eye without unnecessary flash. It also suits a simple sweater with a rolled-up cuff, when you want to add a touch of colour to the hand without overloading the look. This is jewellery that works best in a modest setting, where nothing distracts attention from it.