The deep violet of the amethyst draws the eye at first glance. The faceted cut breaks the stone into small planes that catch the light and throw it back in cool, violet flashes - unlike a smooth surface, here the colour shifts with every turn of the head. The pendant's minimalist form doesn't pull attention away from the stone: a simple setting lets the amethyst remain the main feature at the neckline. Jewellers of the past linked this stone to inner calm and clarity of mind, and today that violet still brings balance to mind.

Every amethyst in this collection has been examined individually and chosen by hand - what matters is purity of colour and freedom from flaws that would spoil the play of light across the facets. Silver and precious metals keep rising in price, and good stones of this quality are becoming harder to find, so the price of this pendant remains reasonable given the quality of the work. At its core is refined European silver 925, coated with a thick layer of 18-carat gold in line with vermeil standards - it's gold, not silver, that touches the skin, and the stamped V mark confirms compliance with this standard. The alloy contains no nickel or other allergenic additives, so the pendant can be worn without worry of irritation. The piece also carries the French maker's mark, which guarantees the origin of the metal.

A pendant like this works well for an evening out - with the little black dress or a silk blouse with an open neckline, where the violet of the amethyst draws the eye without any extra jewellery. A short chain sets the stone right at the neckline, close to the skin, which highlights its clarity and depth of colour. With a simple, clean look, the minimalist form and faceted amethyst are enough to make the whole outfit feel polished.