Four cabochon-cut lapis lazuli stones show a deep, dark violet-navy hue, and as the wrist turns, golden flecks of pyrite catch the light on their surface, as if fine dust had been scattered across them. The vintage form of the bracelet - a thick, clearly defined chain and substantial stone settings - recalls the jewellery of past decades, and the big size lets the stones sit on the hand with a confident, striking presence. Lapis lazuli has long been associated with idealism, intuition and harmony, lending this bracelet a deeper symbolic resonance.

Four stones of such consistently rich, uniform colour are hard to match today in a single piece - a second like it is easy to miss. Silver and fine stones keep rising in price, and nature itself limits their availability, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The bracelet is made of refined European silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects its surface against tarnishing and scratches, so it needs very little everyday care. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal most often responsible for skin reactions, so the piece is safe to wear. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, a mark of the metal's origin.

A length of 18 cm with an adjustable 4 cm extension lets you fit the bracelet to wrists of different sizes, including over a sweater cuff or jacket sleeve. In the evening it pairs well with the little black dress and a silk blouse worn without extra jewellery - the navy depth of the lapis lazuli draws the eye with every movement of the hand, as long as the rest of the outfit stays understated. The stone's dark, deep colour comes through best against black, cool grey and deep navy fabrics.