A faceted ruby brings together deep, saturated purple with tiny flashes of light on every facet in this ring. It's a solitaire design, one striking stone set in a simple, minimalist band, working equally well as an engagement ring or as an everyday stacking ring on the hand. Ruby has long been associated with warmth and passion, and its colour draws the eye without any extra ornamentation around it.

Only stones with a clean, deep colour and no clouding are chosen for setting, since that's what defines the character of the whole ring. Good-quality rubies are becoming harder to find, and silver prices have been rising steadily in recent years, so this piece at a reasonable price is a smart choice today. The band is made of pure, refined European sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface against tarnishing and keeps the shine for years to come. The French maker's mark on the inside of the band confirms the origin of the metal, and the alloy itself remains free of harmful additives, so the skin under the ring doesn't react with irritation.

This small, delicate solitaire pairs well with a spring look: a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf tied at the neck and a light-coloured handbag held in hand. The gesture of buttoning up a coat or adjusting a scarf naturally draws attention to the hand, and that's when the purple ruby stands out against the soft, muted tones of the outfit. Thanks to its very small size and weight of 1.9 grams, the ring sits lightly on the finger and doesn't get in the way of everyday activities. This is jewelry meant to be worn all the time, not just on special occasions.