This black onyx pendant plays with a deep, matte black that catches the light differently with every movement. Two cabochons set one above the other form a clean, geometric line - modern, with no unnecessary flourishes. Onyx has long been associated with strength and endurance, and in many cultures it was regarded as a symbol of confidence. Rhodium silver wraps the stones in a narrow, discreet setting that never draws attention away from them.

Each onyx was examined individually and chosen for its deep, even black without streaks - it's this uniformity that raises the quality of the stone while keeping the price sensible. Good stones are becoming harder to find, since their availability is limited by nature itself, and silver along with other precious metals gets more expensive year after year. The pendant is made of refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity, free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin. The rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the pendant keeps its shine longer and needs less cleaning. The maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the French assay office, attests to the origin of the metal.

A pendant like this feels right for a meeting in the city - worn under a trench coat, over a turtleneck in cool grey, or with a simple blouse buttoned up to the neck. The black of the onyx blends naturally with a neutral palette and draws the eye to the neckline. It works just as well in the office as on an evening out, when the outfit is meant to stay in the background. Its medium size and weight of 3.3 grams mean the pendant sits lightly and doesn't pull on the chain.