This emerald ring pairs a clean, minimalist band with a single striking stone at the heart of the design. The faceted cut breaks light into fine flashes, while the deep, saturated green brings to mind calm and nature. The solitaire form keeps attention undivided by extra elements - the whole composition centres on one carefully cut stone. This is a ring with a very small, delicate silhouette that, despite its modest size, draws the eye through precision of craftsmanship.

An emerald like this - with a pure colour and good clarity - is easy to overlook among the many lesser stones out there, and finding another with a similar character is far from simple. Silver and precious metal prices are rising, as are prices for good coloured stones, so this piece at this price is a sensible choice today. The quality of the stone here goes hand in hand with careful setting, without paying extra just for the name. The band is made of refined European 925 silver, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal resistant to scratching, which protects the surface from tarnishing and dulling, so the shine lasts long. The pure alloy, free of allergenic metal additives, lets you wear the ring without worrying about skin irritation. The piece is completed with a maker's mark establishing the origin of the item, registered with the French assay office.

On the hand, the ring pairs well with an urban, casual style - jeans, a white shirt and a leather jacket, where the green accent of the emerald brings life to a muted outfit with every movement of the hand. It also works well with a simple sweater and blazer, when what matters is one striking detail rather than an abundance of jewellery. This ring stays on the hand for the long run - both in form and in quality of craftsmanship.