A deep violet line of fourteen faceted amethysts falls in a distinctly vintage silhouette. Each facet catches the light differently, so as the head moves the stones flash with tiny points of brilliance before fading again, playing shadow against light along the line of the neck. This shape draws the eye nicely along the cheek, toward hair pinned up high or left loose. In old jewellery tradition amethyst was linked to calm and clarity of mind, a symbol of balance. That association makes these dangle earrings a fitting gift with personal meaning.

Before an amethyst is set into silver, every stone is judged for colour and clarity, and those with weaker saturation are rejected. Good stones of this quality grow scarcer every year, and with silver prices rising, buying now is a reasonably priced choice. A rhodium layer protects the silver from tarnishing and scratches, so the earrings need little cleaning and keep their shine longer. Refined 925 silver of European quality has a clean composition free of nickel and other allergenic additives, so it can be worn without worry of skin irritation. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, which confirms its origin.

In spring these earrings pair well with a pastel trench coat and a silk scarf tied loosely at the neck, with a light-coloured bag rounding things off without unnecessary contrast. The violet of the amethyst brings out muted beiges and pinks, and hair pinned up high shows off the full length of the earrings. The medium size keeps the shape striking yet light enough on the ear to wear all day.