This minimalist pendant with blue topaz brings a cool, clear splash of colour into everyday styling. The faceted cut breaks light into tiny facets, and the blue of the topaz calls to mind the clear water of a mountain lake. The simple setting doesn't draw attention away from the stone - it's the stone that leads the eye as the pendant sits loosely along the neckline.

We examine each topaz individually under light and select only the one whose colour and clarity truly convince, which keeps the price reasonable despite the careful craftsmanship. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, and finding a topaz with such pure blue is getting harder, so buying at this price makes sense today. The pendant is made of refined silver of European quality, sterling silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, meaning less polishing than usual. An alloy free of nickel and other allergenic metal additives means even sensitive skin can wear it without irritation. The metal is confirmed by the maker's mark, registered with the French assay office, which vouches for its origin.

This pendant looks good for a meeting in the city - under an open trench coat, over a turtleneck in cool grey, or with a simple ecru-coloured jumper. A neutral outfit background lets the blue of the topaz truly shine with every turn of the head. It weighs just 1.3 grams, so it wears light all day long, from morning coffee to an evening out. This is jewellery to wear often, not just for special occasions.