Ruby earrings that draw out a depth of colour you simply cannot miss. Two faceted rubies gather and scatter light with every turn of the head - the facets work like tiny mirrors, shifting warm, saturated reds and soft purple flashes across each other. The dangle and drop form sits close to the ear without overwhelming - it is the stone that draws the eye, while the setting recedes into the background.

Only a fraction of the reviewed material makes it into production, because each ruby is selected for colour and clarity. Good rubies are increasingly hard to come by today, and their prices are rising alongside silver prices - making this a genuinely sensible time to buy. The metal is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, rhodium-plated: the hard rhodium resists scratches and protects the surface against tarnishing. The alloy contains no nickel - a metal known to cause sensitisation - so the earrings do not cause allergies or irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which guarantees the origin of the metal.

For everyday wear, pair them with a soft knit jumper - burgundy, cream or deep navy. A monochromatic look in shades of red and burgundy lets the rubies ring out in full colour at the face line. Against a fair neck and dark hair, the facets catch even the faint light of winter and need no additional accent.