The deep, saturated green of the jade catches the eye at first glance. The cabochon cut gently rounds the surface of the stone and lets light glide across it without breaking, so the colour seems to have depth rather than just hue. The shape of the pendant and the simple, rhodium-plated setting nod to a vintage style - lightly retro, but without overloading the piece with detail, which sits well with the simplicity of today's fashion.

This piece of jade was hand-selected - the choice came down to the even colour and clarity of the stone, free of flaws clouding its interior. Silver and good natural stones are rising in price, and jade of this colour intensity is harder to find today, so a pendant at this price is a sound choice. For this amount you get careful stone selection and solid craftsmanship in rhodium-plated silver, a combination rarely found at a low price. The rhodium layer protects the silver against tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine bright for years. The silver itself is a pure, refined metal of 925 fineness - it is this fineness that confirms the purity of the alloy, and the pendant is signed with the French maker's mark.

For everyday wear it pairs beautifully with a soft, chunky-knit sweater in shades of grey or ecru - the green of the jade brings such a muted palette to life and draws the eye right where the neckline ends. It also looks good with a simple shirt buttoned to the neck, where the stone remains the main focus of the look. Monochrome outfits make the best backdrop for this colour - the calmer the outfit, the more clearly the depth of the green cabochon stands out at the neckline.