This pendant with two amethysts draws out the deep purple tone of the stone and lets it play with light at every turn of the head. The faceted cut breaks the surface into small facets that catch and reflect the sparkle instead of scattering it into one flat colour. Before being set in silver, each amethyst was assessed for clarity and colour saturation - only then did it earn its place in this pendant. In jewellery tradition, amethyst has long been associated with calm and clarity of mind, and purple has always been read as the colour of balance.

Refined European silver 925 forms the piece here, further protected by a layer of rhodium - a hard metal resistant to scratching, which keeps the shine clear and bright for years to come, with no trace of tarnishing. It is a nickel-free alloy, since nickel is the metal most often responsible for skin irritation, so the pendant can be worn without worry. The French maker's mark confirms the origin of the metal and stands behind the quality of the whole piece. Good amethysts are becoming harder to find today, and silver prices are steadily rising, which makes a carefully selected stone at this price a sensible choice right now. It weighs 2.3 grams and comes in a medium size, so it sits lightly on the neckline without overwhelming the line of the neck.

A pendant like this pairs well with a spring look - a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf tied loosely under the collar and a light-coloured handbag in the same muted tone. The purple of the amethyst stands out clearly against the light colours of the coat and draws the eye to the neckline. The pendant's modern, simple form makes it easy to wear with an open-collar shirt as well as with a thin round-neck sweater. The two faceted amethysts then become the natural focal point around which the whole outfit comes together.