The deep violet of the amethyst plays out in full in this pendant. The cabochon cut does not break the light into tiny sparkles, but spreads it across the stone's smooth surface in one calm wave that shifts from dark purple to lighter violet as it turns. The very big form and a weight of 6.0 g give this pendant a presence that small jewelry simply doesn't have - this is a piece of silver and stone that you truly feel on your neckline. A vintage line to the setting and a boho ease come together in a form that looks as though it has passed through many hands and eras before reaching your neck. In old-time jewelry craft, amethyst was linked to calm and clarity of mind, treated as a symbol of inner balance.

Every amethyst destined for this pendant is examined before setting, judging the depth of its colour and the clarity of the stone's interior - only those free of flaws and cloudiness move forward. Good stones of this quality are becoming rarer, since nature itself limits the availability of fine specimens, yet the pendant's price remains reasonable. The setting is made of refined European silver 925, a nickel-free alloy - nickel being the metal most likely to cause a reaction - so the pendant can be worn without worry about skin sensitivity. The French maker's mark on the silver attests to the metal's origin and the integrity of its craftsmanship.

This pendant sits well in romantic looks: with a lace blouse with an open neckline, with a dress in a small floral print, or with a simple pastel sweater, where the violet of the stone immediately draws the eye. The boho character of the form also lets it be paired with a linen shirt and layered necklaces for a relaxed, summery style. An open collar or a deeper neckline best show off the scale of this pendant and the play of light on the amethyst cabochon.