This pendant with black onyx catches the eye with a depth of black that reveals subtle glimmers across the smooth surface of the cabochon as it moves in your hand. The onyx for this piece was hand-picked, examined for colour and clarity, until a stone with a truly even, matte-lustrous black was found. In old-world jewellery craft, onyx was associated with strength, endurance and confidence, which suits its restrained, raw character well. The loose, slightly irregular setting gives the pendant a character close to boho style, with a touch of vintage in the simplicity of its finish.

The piece is set in refined European silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects it against tarnishing, dulling and scratches, keeping the metal's shine bright for years to come. The alloy contains no nickel, so wearing the pendant causes no allergies or skin irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver. Silver and good stones keep rising in price, and onyx of such even black colouring is becoming increasingly rare, so buying at this price makes sense today. For this price you get a carefully selected stone and solid, rhodium-plated craftsmanship, which is rare to find in this segment.

The pendant works best in a total-black look - paired with a black top with an open neckline or a simple turtleneck, the onyx becomes the point where the light gathers. The big size of the cabochon sits well along the neckline, without getting lost against the fabric's texture. French chic favours this kind of simplicity - one striking piece against a calm, understated outfit, with no extra ornamentation. In the evening it works well with a leather biker jacket, by day with a chunky sweater in a cool shade of graphite.