Small stud earrings set with two garnets play with a dark, saturated red at every turn of the head. The faceted cut breaks the light into fine glints without lightening the stone - the garnet stays deep, almost wine-toned, and the facets only add sparkle along the edges. The minimalist form of the stud keeps attention on the colour - it is the colour that leads the eye, not the setting.

Each of the two garnets was examined individually before being paired for these earrings - what mattered was the depth of colour and the clarity inside the stone. Silver and precious metals are rising in price, and good natural stones are becoming scarcer, which is why buying at this price makes sense today. For this amount you get a hand-picked stone and workmanship without compromise, a combination not often found in this price segment. The earrings are made of refined European silver 925 - a pure alloy free of nickel and other irritating additives, comfortable for sensitive skin at the ears. A rhodium layer protects the silver from tarnishing and scratching, so the shine stays clear for a long time. The French maker's mark on the metal attests the origin of the precious silver.

At a small size and a weight of 1.0 gram, the earrings feel light to wear, and the colour of the garnet shows best when the hair is tied back or worn short. In spring they pair well with a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf and a light-coloured handbag - the dark red brings life to a calm, powdery palette. The glow of the garnet near the neckline and cheeks becomes most visible then, especially in natural daylight. This is a choice for women who prefer a bold stone over discreet cubic zirconia.