The labradorite cabochon opens on the chest like a window onto a dark sheet of water, across which a cool blue flash keeps drifting. This phenomenon is called labradorescence - a steely, navy glow that rises to the surface only at a certain angle of light, while in shadow the stone fades back to deep grey. The very big size of the pendant and the raw silver setting give the whole piece a distinctly boho character, with a touch of vintage in the simplicity of how the stone is set. Jewellers of old associated this stone with calm of mind and confidence in one's own strength, treating it as a symbol of inner certainty rather than a meaningless ornament.

Every labradorite chosen for this collection is personally reviewed, with an eye for an intense blue flash and a pure, dark depth free of flaws. Silver and good stones get more expensive every year, so a pendant at this price and this quality is a sound choice today. The setting is made of refined silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful metal additives, so contact with skin does not cause allergies or irritation. The French maker's mark on the silver confirms the origin of the metal and the hand that finished it.

This pendant looks best against a neckline revealed by a lace blouse or a loose linen shirt in a pastel shade, where the cool grey of the stone contrasts with the warmth of the fabric. It pairs well with a flowing boho skirt and delicate jewellery strung on leather cord, in the spirit of a relaxed, feminine style. In autumn it looks good over a chunky round-neck sweater, where a shorter chain lets the cabochon fall freely onto the collarbones.