This classic wedding and engagement ring with lapis lazuli draws the eye with a deep, saturated navy hue threaded with fine golden flecks. The cabochon cut does not scatter that colour into facets, instead letting it spread across a smooth, gently domed surface, so the stone gains an almost velvety depth rather than a sharp glitter. A piece like this, with an even, dark purplish-navy tone and no lighter discolouration, is easy to overlook among other cabochons, and it is hard to find another so consistent in colour. In old jewellery workshops lapis lazuli was associated with intuition and inner harmony, which sits well with the role of a ring given for an engagement or a wedding.

Silver and good stones are steadily getting more expensive, so a ring that pairs a carefully chosen lapis lazuli with solid craftsmanship at this price is a sensible choice today. The metal is pure, refined European sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other irritating additives, so the band does not irritate even sensitive skin. A rhodium layer on the surface protects the silver from tarnishing and losing its shine, so the ring keeps its bright, even lustre for a long time. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which establishes the piece's origin and is registered with the assay office in France.

Day to day, a ring like this looks good on a hand emerging from the sleeve of a linen shirt or a loose cotton blouse - natural, matte fabrics do not compete with the shine of the rhodium-plated silver or the depth of the navy stone. It also works well with a simple cotton sweater in a calm, light colour, where the navy of the stone immediately catches the eye. As a wedding or engagement ring, the cool grey of the metal and the dark navy of the stone form a calm, classic pairing that can be worn every day, not just on special occasions.