The amethyst cabochon in this pendant holds a deep, violet colour that shifts, as it turns, along the edge between shadow and dark purple. The smooth cabochon surface catches light differently than a faceted stone - the shine doesn't break into small points but spreads in a soft glow across the whole surface. Only part of the reviewed raw material makes it into production, since purity of colour and freedom from flaws in the stone are what matter. The simple, classic setting doesn't draw attention away from the amethyst - the pendant's form was designed to be minimalist, so the stone remains the main feature.

Rising silver prices and increasingly hard to find stones of this quality make buying a pendant like this a sound choice today. The setting is made of refined European silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine stays bright for years. The alloy contains no nickel, so the pendant is safe to wear without worrying about a skin reaction. The piece is signed with the maker's mark establishing the metal's origin, registered with the French assay office. In old beliefs, amethyst was associated with calm and clarity of mind - this association has long accompanied the stone in jewelry.

On the neckline, the pendant pairs well with a lace blouse in a powder shade or a pastel dress with a delicate cut - the amethyst's violet finds a natural backdrop there. It also works well with a thin round-neck sweater, where the stone stays the centre of attention without extra ornamentation. The pendant is small in size, and at 1.8 grams it sits light and doesn't weigh on the neck throughout the day.