The moonstone cabochon holds a blue flash inside that only reveals itself when the pendant turns on its chain. At rest the stone looks grey and translucent, but move your hand and a cool, silvery glow slides across its surface. The classic, minimalist form of the pendant doesn't distract from this effect - it pairs a simple setting with a stone that draws the eye on its own. In many cultures moonstone has been linked to intuition, inner awareness and meditation. That association makes it a fitting choice for a gift with a personal meaning.

We examine every moonstone under light before it goes into the setting, because only then can you tell if the adularescence is clear and well defined. The availability of stones that play this well is limited by nature itself, and with the rising prices of silver and natural stones, today's price for this pendant is remarkably reasonable. The setting is refined European silver 925, and the rhodium plating protects it from tarnishing and dulling, so the shine lasts longer. The alloy contains no nickel or other allergenic additives, so the pendant can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. The metal is signed with the French maker's mark, confirming the silver's origin, struck in line with its registration at the assay office in France.

At the neckline it works best paired with an all-black look - a black turtleneck or a plain, unadorned blouse. Against that background the stone's blue flash becomes the single point of light in the whole outfit, visible at first glance. At 3.2 grams the pendant sits lightly and doesn't pull on the chain, something women who wear it from morning to evening appreciate. For work it pairs well with a simple shirt, and in the evening with a boat neckline, where the moonstone gets the most room to stand out.