This rose quartz pendant pairs the stone's soft, romantic colour with a distinctly boho shape. The very big size lets the stone rest naturally along the neckline, drawing the eye from across the room. The cabochon cut smooths the surface of the quartz, and its pink glow catches the light gently with every turn of the head. Rose quartz has long been linked with tenderness and closeness, and is often seen as a symbol of harmonious relationships, which explains its popularity as a gift for the people closest to us.evchecchecchecked for colour and clarity before it goes into a setting, and any stones that are cloudy or uneven are rejected.

Before it ever reaches the setting, every stone is checked for colour and clarity, and any that are cloudy or uneven are set aside. This means that, despite its generous size, the pendant keeps an exceptional level of quality at a sensible price. Silver and good stones are rising in price, and clear, richly coloured rose quartz is becoming harder to find, so buying now makes sense. The stone is set in pure, refined sterling silver 925, further coated with a layer of rhodium: this metal protects the surface from tarnishing and dulling, so the shine lasts for a long time. The alloy contains no nickel or other harmful additives, making it kind even to sensitive skin. The French maker's mark stamped on the piece attests the origin of the metal.

It works well for the office worn with a plain blouse under a fitted blazer, where muted grey or beige let the pink of the quartz take centre stage. It also looks good with a shirt with a simple collar, where the large cabochon becomes a natural finishing touch to the neckline. The boho character of the piece comes through with a loose, chunky knit sweater or a linen shirt in muted tones. The pendant weighs 5.5 grams, so despite its generous size it wears lightly all day long.