The deep navy of lapis lazuli gathers light in small, irregular flashes that the faceted cut scatters across the whole surface of the stone. This solitaire and promise ring has a spare, distinctly minimalist form - the narrow band never distracts from the colour, which catches the eye the moment you glance at the hand. In ancient cultures this stone was linked with intuition and inner harmony; today its depth speaks for itself, with no need for extra ornament.

Only a small share of the sorted raw material makes it into this piece - selection is based on colour purity and an even navy tone, free of lighter discolouration. Good stones of this kind are getting harder to find, and precious metals keep rising in price, so buying at this price makes sense today. The stone is set in refined European sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the metal does not irritate the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and keeps the shine far longer than silver alone. The piece bears the French maker's mark, which guarantees the metal's origin - a mark of European craftsmanship visible on every piece.

For everyday wear, this ring sits well with a soft, chunky-knit sweater, especially in cool grey or deep navy - then the stone and the fabric play in the same tone. It also works well in monochrome outfits, where the hand stays the main focus of the look. At just 1.7 grams and in a small size, the ring is barely noticeable on the finger, yet its navy hue never gets lost in a crowd.