The deep violet of two amethyst cabochons brings a classic form together with a rich colour that catches a new glint of light with every turn of the head in these stud earrings. The stone shows a darker, purple depth in places and a lighter, translucent tone in others - the effect depends on the angle at which light falls on it. This variability means the earrings never look quite the same twice against the face and neckline, while the classic silhouette of the stud never distracts from the stone itself.

The two amethysts in this pair were chosen for their clarity and depth of colour - a stone with this intensity of colour is easy to overlook, and a matching second one is hard to find. Silver and good coloured stones get more expensive year on year, and nature itself limits the availability of amethysts with such a saturated violet, so buying at this price today makes sense. The setting is refined, pure sterling silver 925 - an alloy free of nickel and other harmful additives that does not irritate the skin. A layer of rhodium adds hardness and scratch resistance, so the shine does not fade after a few months of wear. The piece is signed with a maker's mark struck into the metal, registered at the French assay office, which attests to its origin. In old tradition, amethyst was associated with calm and clarity of mind, treated as a symbol of inner balance.

They come into their own best with an all-black outfit - a black turtleneck or a simple black blouse is the backdrop against which the violet of the cabochons becomes the only point of light near the face. They also suit hair worn sleek and tied back, when nothing covers the line of the ear and neck. Their small size means they never overpower the rest of the look, and the classic form of the stud lets them be worn from morning to evening without changing earrings.