Deep navy lapis lazuli in this pendant hides fine, golden flecks of pyrite that catch the light with every turn of the head. The cabochon cut highlights the stone's smooth, slightly textured surface and lets light glide gently across it, without any sharp glare. In ancient cultures lapis lazuli was linked to idealism, intuition and harmony, and its intense colour has always drawn the eye of craftsmen. The pendant's form echoes vintage silhouettes - the slender, simple setting doesn't distract from the stone, it simply frames it.

A stone like this, with such a rich, even navy colour, is easy to overlook - a second one just as densely coloured and free of lighter inclusions is hard to come by. Silver and good stones keep rising in price, so buying now seems like a sound decision. The metal holding the stone is refined European silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the pendant does not cause allergies or irritation. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine visible for a long time. A maker's mark registered with the French assay office attests to the origin of this silver.

The medium-sized pendant, weighing 1.9 g, sits lightly on the neckline without weighing down the line of the neck. In spring it pairs well with a pastel écru trench coat, a silk scarf tied under the collar and a light, structured handbag - the navy of the stone stands out clearly against the soft tones of the whole outfit. It can also be worn with a plain, classic-cut shirt, when a calm yet distinctive statement at the neckline is called for. This deep lapis lazuli colour, set in rhodium-plated silver, stays legible in every one of these looks.