The saturated violet of a cabochon-cut amethyst opens this bracelet like a window into the depth of the stone. A vintage silhouette and a thick, rhodium-plated chain recall the design of decades past, while the large cabochon works with the light - with every movement of the hand it draws out flashes of deep purple and cooler grey from within the stone. A piece like this, so pure and intense in colour, is easy to overlook at first glance, yet another of the same depth is hard to find afterwards. Amethyst's violet has long been linked with calm and clarity of mind, and jewellers across different eras have prized it as a symbol of inner balance.

Silver is rising in price, and good stones of this quality are becoming rarer, so a bracelet at this price is a sensible choice to make now. Refined European 925 silver forms a pure alloy here, free of nickel and other irritant additives, gentle on sensitive skin. A layer of rhodium, hard and resistant, protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, keeping the metal's shine bright for years. The whole piece is signed with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver.

The bracelet measures 18 cm, and an adjustable 4 cm extension lets it be fitted to wrists of different circumferences. This is jewelry meant for a family celebration - it looks well on the cuff of an elegant dress, in the warm light of candles, alongside classic silver accessories. A sleeve rolled up to the elbow reveals the hand and lets the cabochon play with every gesture. A weight of 8.6 g and a big size give this piece a noticeable, yet not tiring, presence on the wrist.