These dangle earrings with eight amethysts catch the eye with a depth of purple that picks up different light with every movement of the head. The faceted cut breaks the colour into fine glimmers, and the loose, boho shape pairs well with hair worn down and a bare neckline. In jewellery tradition, the purple of amethyst was linked to calm and clarity of mind - here that symbolic tone meets a light, modern silhouette of earrings.

A set of eight amethysts with such a consistently deep colour is easy to overlook, and a second pair in such a matching shade is hard to find afterwards. The availability of quality stones is limited by nature itself, and the prices of silver and precious metals are rising, so this set currently comes at a reasonable price for a noticeably higher standard of craftsmanship. The earrings are made in the vermeil technique: a core of refined European silver is covered with a layer of 18-carat gold at least 5 microns thick, so it is the gold, not the silver, that touches the skin. Compliance with the French vermeil standard is confirmed by the stamped V mark, while the 925 fineness attests to the purity of the silver alloy underneath. The piece is stamped with the maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, confirming its origin.

For an evening out, they pair well with a little black silk dress and hair swept into a bun - the purple of the amethysts near the face then draws the most attention. They also work well with a simple sweater in cool grey, where the contrasting colour of the stone immediately catches the eye. At 1.7 grams, the earrings are light and comfortable even for extended wear, and the medium size lets them stand out whether the hair is worn down or pinned up.