This vermeil pendant with blue topaz pairs a minimalist form with the cool blue of the stone. The faceted topaz catches light with every turn of the hand, its glints shifting from bright blue to a deeper, more saturated hue. The simple bail doesn't draw attention away from the stone, keeping the whole composition light and clean in form, just as the minimalist character of this jewelry calls for.

We view every topaz for this pendant individually and select it for clarity and depth of colour, since only a stone like this delivers that effect in motion. Silver and precious metals are rising in price, and good stones in this shade are becoming harder to find, so this pendant is a sound choice at today's price. The core is made of refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, topped with a layer of 18-carat gold at least 5 microns thick, in line with the vermeil standard confirmed by the stamped V mark. It's the gold, not the silver, that touches the skin, so even sensitive skin wears this pendant without irritation, as the alloy contains no nickel or other allergenic additives. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, establishing its origin, registered with the assay office in France.

Summer is a natural moment for this pendant. A flowing linen dress in light beige or a cotton shirt with an open neckline gives the blue of the topaz room to play. At 1.3 grams, the pendant is barely noticeable on the neck, so it also works well under an open summer shirt collar. Cool grey or broken white in an outfit further bring out the depth of this shade.