The faceted rose quartz brings a soft, warm glow to the hand - under light the stone breaks into fine glimmers, its colour shifting from pale pink to a deeper, saturated glow depending on the angle. The solitaire form was conceived with minimalism in mind: the slender band doesn't draw attention away from the stone, it simply frames it quietly. In jewellery tradition, rose quartz has been associated with tenderness and harmonious relationships, which makes this ring a popular choice as a gift.

Only a small portion of the sorted raw material makes it into this solitaire - what matters is clarity and depth of colour, so the stone keeps a high standard at a reasonable price. Silver and good coloured stones get more expensive year after year, so buying at today's price makes sense. The ring is made of refined silver of European quality, sterling silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts for years. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal responsible for allergic reactions, so the ring can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. The band bears a maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the assay office in France, attesting to the metal's origin.

On a medium-sized hand, this solitaire feels right in relaxed weekend outfits - with an oversized sweater in cool grey, a scarf thrown over it and simple, comfortable jeans. The rose quartz softly enlivens the muted palette, catching the eye with every gesture of the hand. It also works well with a plain shirt and a loose coat - in that setting, its colour remains the most noticeable element of the whole look.