The deep, matte black of onyx in this bracelet works as a quiet counterpoint to the cool shine of silver. Cabochons run along the wrist in a regular rhythm, and the rhodium-plated setting gives them a distinct, hard shine. The form nods to vintage - a solid, slightly raw silhouette, close to bracelets from decades past, with no unnecessary embellishment. Old-time jewellers linked black onyx with strength and endurance; today the stone simply reads as everyday confidence.

We assess each cabochon before it's set in silver, checking the depth of black and the purity of the surface - only the best make it into the bracelet. Silver and good stones get more expensive year after year, so a bracelet at this price is a sound choice today. The rhodium on the surface is hard and scratch-resistant, so the shine doesn't fade after months of wear. The metal is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other irritating additives, so it can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, attesting to the origin of the metal.

The bracelet measures 18 cm and has an adjustable 2.5 cm extension, so you can easily fit it to your wrist. It looks good peeking out from under the cuff of a trench coat or a turtleneck in cool grey or graphite black - the onyx doesn't get lost in such an outfit, drawing the eye despite the muted overall palette. It works well for a meeting in the city, where a simple, carefully chosen form matters more than an excess of detail. At 6.1 g, the bracelet sits securely on the hand without weighing down its movement.