a rich, deep green emerald draws out its colour intensity through the faceted cut, and the simple, minimalist design of the ring keeps the attention on the stone rather than the setting. the setting in rhodium-plated 925 silver is slim and understated, so the stone on the hand holds all the focus. this is a promise ring, modest in size, weighing 1.7 g, which despite its small proportions has a distinctive character.

an emerald of this clarity and depth of colour is hard to come across twice - a piece like this is easy to overlook, and finding another just as good can be difficult. silver and precious metal prices have risen recently, which makes now a good time to consider buying. refined silver of European quality, sterling silver 925, confirms the purity of the alloy used to make the ring. the rhodium plating protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the ring needs less everyday cleaning and keeps its shine for longer. the piece is stamped with the maker's mark, registered with the French assay office, which confirms the origin of the metal.

styled in an all-black outfit, this ring works like a point of light on the hand - a black turtleneck or a simple black blouse shows off the deep green of the emerald best. the minimalist form makes it easy to wear both by day, with a simple sweater, and in the evening, when every gesture of the hand counts. this is a ring that holds up well to close inspection - it's worth looking at up close, in natural light.