Clear and calm, this aquamarine pendant pairs the cool blue of the stone with a minimal sterling silver setting. The faceted cut scatters light into fine flashes, and the colour - intense but not heavy - recalls water in a shallow bay at midday sun. The pendant measures 2.5 cm in length, so it sits discreetly at the neck without overwhelming the neckline.

Every aquamarine is assessed for clarity and colour saturation before it goes into the setting - it is this selection that determines the final effect. The availability of quality aquamarines is limited by nature itself, and their prices are steadily rising, so today's price is a reasonable one. The setting is refined sterling silver 925 - pure, free from nickel and other sensitising additives, safe even for sensitive skin. A layer of rhodium protects the metal against tarnishing and blackening, which means less day-to-day cleaning. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, confirming the origin of the metal.

The pendant works best with an all-black look: under a black V-neck top or with a polo neck, where the cool blue of the aquamarine creates a clear point of light against a dark background. The understated form does not compete with the outfit - the stone draws the eye along the line of the neck and holds it there.