These dangle earrings with black onyx draw out a deep, matte black from the stone, with no shine and no translucency - the colour stays dense and even, even under direct light. The two onyxes in a cabochon cut have a smooth, rounded surface that gently guides the eye toward the line of the neck. Their classic form and understated, dangling silhouette let the earrings move lightly with the motion of the head, without any weight at the ear. In old jewellery craft, onyx was associated with strength, endurance and confidence - an association, not a property, but one that suits a stone of such a resolute colour well.

Each of the two onyxes is assessed for the depth of its black and the clarity of its surface before it ever reaches the silver setting - so what you pay for is a natural, carefully selected stone, not a random one. Silver and good stones are rising in price, so buying at this price today makes sense. The setting is pure, refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives - an alloy that does not irritate or sensitize the skin at the ear. A rhodium layer protects the silver from tarnishing and losing its shine, so the earrings keep their clear brilliance despite daily wear. The maker's mark struck on the piece is registered with the French assay office and attests to the metal's origin.

These earrings work well for a meeting in the city - under a trench coat and a simple turtleneck, paired with neutral grey or beige. The black of the onyx stands out against muted colours and draws the eye toward the face, especially with hair tied back. The classic form also suits a simple hairstyle and minimalist makeup, where one clear detail at the ear is what counts. Their medium size and weight of 2.6 g let them be worn without discomfort from morning to evening.