A solitaire ring with an amethyst plays with shades of purple with every movement of the hand. The faceted cut breaks light into fine glints, and the solitaire setting keeps attention on a single, clearly mounted stone. The minimalist band doesn't draw the eye away from the amethyst - the line is thin, smooth and modern. Jewellers of the past linked this stone's purple hue with calm and clarity of mind, and that echo of symbolism suits a gift with a personal message well.

Each amethyst for this solitaire is examined individually before it goes into the setting - what matters is the depth of colour and the clarity inside the stone. Good stones of this quality are becoming harder to find, since nature itself limits the supply, and at the same time silver and other precious metals keep rising in price. That makes buying at today's price worthwhile. The ring is made of pure, refined 925 sterling silver extracted and refined in Europe - an alloy free of nickel and other harmful additives that doesn't irritate the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the ring needs polishing less often and keeps its shine for longer. The piece bears a maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, which attests to its origin.

At 1.8 g the ring sits lightly on the finger and doesn't get in the way of everyday movements - at work it pairs well with a smooth shirt and a jacket in muted grey or navy. It's the purple amethyst that draws the eye against a simple office outfit, without needing any extra jewellery on the hand. The solitaire form is just as easily worn with a silk blouse after hours, where the minimalist line of the band stays clear and light.