Cool, dark labradorite set in rhodium-plated 925 silver draws the eye along a delicate, minimalist cord of the pendant. The faceted cut catches light across its sharp planes, and against the stone's dark background a blue, sometimes steely, flash appears - just tilt your head and the sheen glides across the surface. Old-time craftsmen associated this stone with calm of mind, inspiration and self-confidence; today it's simply prized for this play of light. The pendant's simple form doesn't pull attention away from the stone - the stone leads the whole composition.

For this piece we chose a labradorite of exceptionally clear, saturated colour, free of cloudiness that would dull the flash. Silver and good stones get more expensive year after year, so buying a pendant like this today remains a sensible decision price-wise. The metal is pure, refined sterling silver 925 - refining and European craftsmanship give an alloy free of nickel and other sensitising additives, so even sensitive skin wears it without irritation. The rhodium layer is hard and scratch-resistant, so the silver's shine stays clear for a long time, without yellowing or darkening. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the silver.

This pendant works beautifully for a family celebration - with an elegant dress in a muted colour, in the warm light of a hall, where the stone's blue flash stands out clearly against the fabric. A short chain highlights the neckline and the line of the neck without weighing it down with extra ornaments. It's worth pairing it with classic stud earrings and a simple bracelet, so all the attention stays on the labradorite. At 0.9 g, it wears lightly all evening long.