A labradorite cabochon brings a dark, restless depth into this pendant, one that flashes blue at every turn. The smooth cut does not scatter the light - it gathers it in one place, letting that steel-blue glow slide across the surface of the stone with the smallest movement. The shape of the pendant is simple and modern, with no embellishments to draw attention away from the stone itself. In jewellery tradition, labradorite has long been associated with calm thinking and self-confidence - not a claim of effect, but an association that explains well why this stone has long attracted people looking for something more than mere decoration.

This particular stone made it into the pendant thanks to its colour and clarity - what mattered was the intensity of the blue flash and the absence of cloudiness in the background. Silver and good labradorite get more expensive year after year, so buying one now, at a reasonable price, makes sense. The metal is refined European sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects against tarnishing and scratches - the shine stays without frequent cleaning. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, a legally protected mark registered with the French assay office, attesting to the origin of the metal.

A pendant like this feels right at a meeting in town - under a trench coat, over a turtleneck in cool grey, or with a simple coat in a neutral shade. The shine of the stone at the neckline draws the eye when the rest of the outfit is kept in calm tones. It weighs 1.9 g, so it wears lightly all day, from morning through to an evening out. For a muted, autumn wardrobe, one such accent at the neck is enough.