Deep navy lapis lazuli opens up this small vintage-style pendant. The cabochon-cut stone shows a rich colour with fine golden flecks of pyrite that bring life to the dark surface without distracting the eye. The simple, delicate setting keeps the focus on the colour, which leads the gaze as the pendant rests against the neckline. In old craft traditions this stone was linked to intuition and inner harmony, which suits its calm, deep colour well.

Each lapis lazuli for this pendant is examined individually, and we choose the one with the purest, deepest navy hue - quality like this at this price is rare. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, and clean lapis lazuli in this shade is getting harder to find, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The pendant is made of refined European silver, sterling silver 925. This alloy, free of nickel and other sensitising additives, offers comfort even for sensitive skin. Rhodium protects the silver from tarnishing, so the shine lasts longer. The metal bears the French maker's mark, a legally protected stamp registered with the French assay office, attesting to its origin.

A pendant like this works best in the evening. The little black dress with an open neckline or a silk blouse under a blazer gives it enough space, without competition from other jewellery. Simply pull your hair back and let the navy of the lapis lazuli and the fine golden flecks of pyrite draw all the attention to the neck.