Two labradorite cabochons hang in a simple, classic setting that never draws attention away from the stone. Against a dark, almost graphite background, a blue flash appears, sometimes steely, that characteristic labradorescence clearly visible with every turn of the head. With a toss of the hair, the shimmer moves across the stone's surface and vanishes as quickly as it appeared. The dangle form of the earrings lets the labradorite rest close to the neckline and chin, right by the face.

Each of the two labradorites is assessed before being set in silver - what matters is the intensity of the flash and the clarity of the surface, free of flaws and clouding. Silver is rising in price, and good labradorites with a clear, deep shimmer are becoming scarcer on the market, so buying at this price makes sense today. The earrings are made of pure, refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the metal is gentle on the skin. A layer of rhodium protects the surface from tarnishing and loss of shine for years to come. The maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the French assay office, attests to the origin of the metal. In old symbolism, labradorite was associated with calm thinking and self-confidence, an association that still lingers today.

For everyday wear, they pair well with a soft sweater in cool grey or a cotton sweatshirt in ecru - hair pulled back reveals the neckline and lets the stone draw the eye. In monochrome outfits, where the rest of the look stays muted, it's the blue flash of the labradorite that becomes the strongest point of the whole ensemble. They work just as well with a simple turtleneck as with an open-collar shirt. Their medium size and weight of 3.0 grams make them comfortable to wear all day long.