The cool, clear blue of aquamarine brings a sense of open water calm to this necklace. The faceted stone catches the light and breaks it into small flashes that shift with every movement - the colour appears deeper one moment, brighter the next, always clean. The modern, understated form keeps all attention on the stone. The necklace measures 43 cm with an adjustable 4 cm extension, making it easy to match to any neckline.

Only a fraction of the reviewed raw material makes it into the piece - we select stones with distinct clarity and rich colour. Good aquamarines are becoming increasingly rare and their prices are rising, so a stone of this quality at this price point is genuinely good value. It is set in refined European sterling silver 925, free from nickel and other sensitising additives - an alloy that does not irritate even sensitive skin. Rhodium deposited on the surface protects the silver from tarnishing and maintains a bright shine for a long time. The French maker's mark on the piece attests to the origin of the silver.

This necklace wears best against a black top or roll-neck - the aquamarine then becomes a clear point of light at the throat, and the cool blue contrasts with the dark background. That combination works just as well with a graphite-toned office blazer as with a casual all-black look at the weekend. The clean form and striking stone are enough to make the whole look complete.