This amethyst bracelet plays with the depth of dark purple, revealing cooler flashes of light as the wrist moves. Eight cabochons are set in a regular rhythm on rhodium-plated 925 silver, and the big size of the stones gives the whole piece a bold, modern character. The form is simple and light, with no unnecessary flourishes, so it's the colour of the amethyst that leads the eye. Amethyst has long been associated with calm and clarity of mind, and in some traditions it was seen as a symbol of inner balance.

Only a small share of the raw material reviewed makes it into this bracelet - what matters is the depth of colour and the purity of each stone, which is why the quality stays high while the price remains sensible. Silver and good amethysts are getting more expensive, so buying at this price makes sense today. The rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, and the shine stays clear for years. Refined European silver of high alloy purity is confirmed by the 925 fineness, and the piece is stamped with a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, which vouches for the metal's origin.

The bracelet measures 16.5 cm and has an adjustable 3 cm extension, so you can fit it to wrists of different sizes. In summer it looks great with a flowing linen dress in a light ecru shade, or with a short-sleeved white shirt - that's when the amethyst's violet really catches the eye. You can also wear it on a wrist revealed by a rolled-up cuff, which nicely highlights the rhythm of the set stones. It weighs 14 g, so you can feel it on the wrist, but it doesn't feel heavy to wear.