Two rose quartz cabochons form a delicate pair of stud earrings with a classic, compact silhouette. The surface of the stone has a warm, rosy hue with a subtle flash of light with every turn of the head. It is a colour long associated with tenderness and harmonious relationships - a simple association, without unnecessary symbolism, but one often chosen as a gift. The small size means the earrings do not weigh down the ear and blend naturally into the line of the face.

Only a narrow selection of stone makes it into the pair - most of the raw material examined is rejected before it ever reaches the setting, and what remains has a clean colour and clear transparency. Silver prices are rising, and good stones of this quality are becoming harder to source, so a pair with two rose quartz stones at this price is a sensible choice today. The setting is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium, a hard metal resistant to scratching, so the shine does not fade after months of wear. The silver bears a maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, which attests to its origin. A pure alloy free of nickel and other sensitising additives gives comfort even to sensitive skin at the ear.

In summer these earrings pair well with a linen dress in light beige or ecru, when hair worn up reveals the ear and the line of the neck. The pink hue of the stone brings out a tan and pastel accessories without overwhelming a muted, summery look. They also work well with a simple braid or a bun - the small size does not get in the way of wearing sunglasses or a hat. This is a pair for everyday wear that looks just as good on a walk as it does with a lighter evening outfit.