a deep navy lapis lazuli cabochon plays in the light with fine golden flecks of pyrite, as if a touch of dust had been scattered through the stone. this solitaire ring pairs a modern, understated band with a classic solitaire form - equally suited as an engagement ring or wedding ring, where the stone is meant to be the main feature on the hand. in ancient cultures lapis lazuli was linked to idealism, intuition and inner harmony - symbolism that sits well with the idea of a ring exchanged for a lifetime.

for this piece we chose a stone with an exceptionally even, saturated colour and a minimal amount of white calcite veining - it's these veins that decide whether lapis lazuli looks refined or ordinary. good stones of this class are becoming harder to find, since nature itself limits the availability of quality specimens, and silver itself is also rising in price. the ring is set in refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface from tarnishing and dulling, so the metal's shine lasts a long time. it is stamped with the French maker's mark - a guarantee of the quality and origin of the precious metal.

for office wear, this ring pairs well with a smooth shirt and a blazer in cool grey or navy - the navy of the lapis lazuli then follows the tone of the outfit rather than clashing with it. against a simple sweater or a classic dress, the stone catches the eye with every movement of the hand, as light hits the cabochon from a different angle. the medium size of the stone and its weight of 3.2 grams give it a distinct yet still light form on the finger, equally good for work and for an evening out.