Moonstone cabochons catch the light and cast it back in a soft, blue glow that shifts across the surface with every turn of the head. This effect, known as adularescence, is best seen in earrings - close to the face, where they catch the most light. The classic, dangle form of these rhodium silver studs holds a calm, elongated line that draws the eye nicely along the neck and hair. Moonstone has long been associated with intuition and inner focus, and in some traditions it was treated as a symbol of meditative calm.

Each of the two moonstones was examined individually and hand-selected for clarity and strength of reflection, so at a reasonable price you get a natural stone of high quality. Silver is rising in price, and good-quality moonstones are becoming harder to find, so a purchase like this makes sense today. Refined silver of European quality, sterling silver 925, contains no nickel or other sensitising additives, giving comfort even to sensitive skin. The rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and dulling, so the shine stays visible for longer. The metal bears a maker's mark struck into the silver, registered with the French assay office, which attests to its origin.

These earrings bring a touch of romance to muted autumn or winter looks. They look good with a lace blouse in powder pink or a soft sweater in a shade of ecru, when the hair is loosely pinned up to reveal the line of the neck. The blue glow of the moonstone draws the eye toward the face, bringing even the simplest pastel outfit to life. The medium size and weight of 3.1 grams mean the earrings wear lightly all day long.