This garnet pendant plays with the depth of a dark red that breaks into small flashes of light across the stone's facets. The colour is rich, at times shifting toward deep purple - the kind of colour that draws the eye without any need for extra embellishment. The simple, minimalist setting doesn't distract from the stone and lets it sit naturally on the neckline, just below the throat.

We assess every garnet for colour and clarity before it's set, so only stones with a clear, even colour make it into the setting. Silver and precious metals have risen in price in recent years, and good stones of this quality are becoming harder to find - which makes this pendant a sensible choice on price today. The stone is set in pure, refined European sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives, with the 925 fineness confirming the purity of this alloy. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps the metal's shine lasting, while the silver stamped with the French maker's mark attests to the origin of the piece.

For the weekend it pairs well with an oversized sweater in cool grey and a soft shawl draped over the shoulders - the garnet then naturally draws attention. It also suits a simple shirt and linen trousers in quiet, earthy tones, where the stone's dark red becomes the single stronger accent of colour. At 1.3 grams, the medium-sized pendant wears lightly and won't weigh on the neckline through the day.