Clean and assured, this pendant with black onyx combines a minimalist form with a stone of intense, uniform blackness. The faceted onyx catches the light and returns it in small flashes that bring depth to the colour without unnecessary excess. Black onyx has long been associated with strength and self-confidence - that symbolism sits well with the restrained elegance this form carries.

Every stone is selected for colour consistency and clarity - the black here is dense and even, free from discolouration. Good specimens of black onyx are becoming increasingly rare, and silver prices are rising, so today's price for this pendant is exceptionally reasonable. Refined sterling silver 925 forms an alloy free from nickel and allergenic additives, which can be worn without concern for skin irritation. The rhodium layer maintains a bright, hard shine and protects the metal from tarnishing for years. The pendant is stamped with the French maker's mark struck at the French assay office, attesting to the origin of the metal.

At the neckline, this pendant works beautifully with a pastel trench coat in spring - the black of the stone sharpens the light tones of the coat and a silk scarf in cream or powder white. It also pairs well with a shirt collar buttoned to the neck, where the minimalist form is enough of an accent on its own. This is a pendant that draws the eye directly to the stone.