The black onyx cabochon draws the eye with a deep, matte black that swallows light without a glint of reflection. This smooth, opaque surface gives the pendant a certain gravity, while the enameled silver setting adds colour and contour without unnecessary flourish. The big, generously proportioned form sits well on the neckline - relaxed, striking, with a clear boho edge. Onyx has long been linked with strength and endurance, and in the craft it was also seen as a symbol of confidence in the person wearing it.

The stone in this pendant was chosen so that the colour and depth of black stay even across the whole surface of the cabochon, with no discolouration or streaking. Silver is rising in price, and good-quality onyx with a uniform colour is getting harder to find, so buying now makes sense from a price standpoint. The enamel here is applied by hand, which shows in the precision of the outline around the stone. The 925 fineness confirms the purity of the alloy used - refined silver of European quality contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so it won't irritate the skin even with extended wear. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which guarantees the metal's origin.

In summer, this pendant looks good against skin bared by a linen dress in a light shade - sand, ecru or white - where the black of the onyx becomes a clear focal point of the look. It also pairs well with a simple cotton shirt worn with an open collar, in the same relaxed, boho spirit. In winter, it works well with a cool grey turtleneck, where the matte black of the stone doesn't get lost in the texture of the knit. Its big size and weight of 2.4 grams give the pendant real presence, while keeping it light enough to wear comfortably all day.