Five moonstones line up along the bracelet in a regular rhythm, and the faceted cut breaks their surface into tiny facets that catch light from different angles. This is what produces the characteristic blue flash - glimpses of cool azure that appear with every movement of the wrist rather than one flat, uniform colour. In old craft traditions, moonstone was linked to intuition and inner awareness, and today that symbolism suits a bracelet with a distinctly retro, delicately lace-like silhouette well.

Each of the five stones was chosen for its clarity and depth of reflection, since these are what determine whether the adularescence appears at all. Silver and good-quality moonstones get more expensive year on year, so buying a bracelet like this today remains a sensible choice price-wise. The bracelet is made of refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, and a rhodium layer forms a hard, resistant coating that protects against tarnishing and dulling, so the shine lasts a long time. An alloy free of nickel and other metals known to cause irritation means even sensitive skin can wear it without discomfort. The piece, weighing 3.4 g, is finished with a stamp of the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver.

The bracelet measures 18 cm and has an adjustable 4 cm extension, so it's easy to fit to your wrist. It looks great against the cuff of a chunky oversized sweater, or peeking out from under a loose flannel shirt sleeve as you reach for a cup of coffee on a Saturday morning. Against muted autumn tones - beige, khaki, dark grey - it introduces a cool blue accent that catches the eye with every movement of the hand. Paired with a shawl draped over the shoulders in a similar tone, it completes a cohesive, weekend outfit with a distinctly vintage character.