The deep violet of the amethyst in this pendant shifts shade with every turn of the hand - from dark purple to a lighter, cooler tone as the light catches it differently. The cabochon is polished smooth, without facets, so the colour plays continuously, with no sharp breaks. The pendant's form draws on boho and vintage style - a loose, slightly raw setting frames the stone without stealing attention from it. This is a big pendant, one that clearly makes its presence known on the neckline.

Every amethyst is assessed for colour and clarity before it goes into the silver setting - only a stone free of cloudiness earns its place in this pendant. Silver prices are rising, and good amethysts are becoming harder to source, so today's price for this pendant remains reasonable. The setting is made of refined European silver, and the 925 fineness confirms the purity of the alloy - free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the metal doesn't irritate the skin. The piece is stamped with the maker's mark establishing the metal's origin, registered with the French assay office. Craftsmen of old associated amethyst with calm and clarity of mind, treating it as a stone of balance.

Such a pendant sits well with a lace top in a pastel shade or a dress with a small, romantic print - against an open neckline and a simple collar, the violet of the cabochon catches the eye before the rest of the outfit is even noticed. It also works with a loose sweater in a muted colour, where it contrasts with warmth of tone. Worn with long, loose hair or with an updo that reveals the neck, the pendant keeps its relaxed, boho character.