These dangle earrings in rhodium-plated 925 silver pair a minimalist, modern line with two faceted sapphires that catch the light with every turn of the head. The stones show a deep, cool blue with a hint of navy - intense, yet never heavy. Sapphires this clean and evenly saturated in colour are easy to overlook in a jeweller's case, and once passed by, a second stone of the same depth of colour is hard to find again.

Rising silver prices and good sapphires becoming ever harder to source make this purchase a sound one right now. We select stones for their clarity and depth of colour, so at this quality the price stays reasonable. The rhodium plating gives the silver a hard, resistant surface that guards against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts and cleaning is rarely needed. This is a pure sterling silver 925 alloy, extracted and refined in Europe, free of nickel and other metals that can irritate the skin, so the earrings can be worn without worry. The French maker's mark on the metal attests the quality and origin of the fine silver.

At 2.5 g, the earrings are barely noticeable despite their clear, dangling line. Hair pulled into a ponytail or bun reveals the ears and the line of the neck, where the navy blue of the sapphires plays best against the skin. Paired with a soft grey or beige sweater in a monochrome look, the earrings bring in one bold note of colour. They also work well with a simple shirt and hair tied back, when all the attention stays on the face.