This pendant with three emeralds pairs a modern, understated form with a colour that reads like a green accent at the neckline. The faceted cut breaks light into small flashes and brings out the depth of the colour, while never pulling focus - the emerald leads the eye, the setting stays in the background. The size of the pendant and the 2.5 cm drop length let the stones sit naturally along the line of the neck, visible but never overwhelming the neckline.

The three emeralds in this pendant were chosen for their matching colour and clarity, and a matched set like this is easy to overlook yet hard to replace later with one of similar character. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, so a set of three emeralds at this price is a sensible choice today. Refined European silver, its 925 fineness confirming the purity of the alloy, forms a solid yet comfortably light backdrop for the stones here. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts, and the metal is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to its origin.

This kind of pendant works well for a family celebration - with an elegant dress in a dark shade, in the warm light of a hall, paired with classic stud earrings. The green flashes of the emeralds bring life to an understated look and catch the eye with every turn of the head. The pendant's big size means it gets noticed even from a distance, with no need to reach for extra jewellery.