Two amethyst cabochons set in small stud earrings sit close to the face in a simple, geometric form with no unnecessary extras. The purple hue shimmers darker or lighter depending on the angle of light, and moving your head reveals subtle glints deep within the stone. The minimalist setting doesn't draw attention away from the colour - it's the colour that leads the eye along the line of the neck and hair. The earrings are small in size, so they wear light and don't weigh on the ears.

Only a small portion of the raw material examined makes it into these earrings - what matters is the purity and depth of the purple, and not every amethyst meets that standard. Silver rises in price year after year, which makes a well-chosen stone at a reasonable price a smart choice today. Refined 925 silver of European quality is coated with a layer of rhodium, which is hard and scratch-resistant, so the shine lasts longer and the surface doesn't tarnish. A pure alloy free of nickel and other metals that can cause sensitivity means the earrings can be worn with confidence, even by sensitive skin. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver. In many jewellery traditions, amethyst has been linked to calm and clarity of mind, treated as a symbol of balance.

Summer is the natural season for this shade of purple - worn with a flowing linen dress in light beige or white, the earrings bring the whole look to life starting from the face. They also look good with loose, light-coloured hair that reveals the stone with every movement of the head. The classic stud form makes the earrings just as easy to pair with a simple shirt as with a summer sundress. The amethyst's purple stays understated throughout, so it doesn't overwhelm even delicate features.