The faceted garnet opens up in the light with a series of deep red flashes that shift in intensity with every turn of the pendant. This play of light shows best when the hand moves, tilting the stone to reveal a deeper, saturated purple within the cut. The modern, understated setting keeps the focus on this colour - the suspension line is narrow and light, and the whole pendant holds a calm, orderly form close to current trends.

We examine each garnet individually and choose the one with the purest colour and the best interplay with light - which is why, at this quality, the price stays reasonable. Silver and stones of this class are rising in price, and good garnets are becoming scarcer on the market, so buying at this price today makes sense. The metal is vermeil - a core of refined European 925 silver coated with a thick layer of 18-carat gold, confirmed by the stamped V mark. It is gold, not silver, that touches the skin, and the pure alloy, free of allergenic additives, lets you wear the pendant without worrying about irritation. The French maker's mark - a guarantee of quality and of the precious metal's origin - completes the character of this piece.

In summer, this pendant pairs well with a flowing linen dress in a light shade - the deep red of the garnet stands out against white or sandy beige and draws the eye to the neckline. It also works with a linen shirt worn with an open collar, where the neckline is exposed and the stone becomes the natural point the eye is drawn to in conversation. At 2.1 g, it wears lightly, and you'll barely notice it's there throughout the day.