This lapis lazuli solitaire ring sets the stone's deep navy colour against the raw sheen of rhodium silver. The cabochon's smooth, domed surface draws light to a single point, while the fine golden flecks of pyrite scattered through the stone only reveal themselves up close, as the hand moves. In ancient Middle Eastern cultures lapis lazuli was linked to idealism, intuition and inner harmony. The big, modern solitaire form avoids small distracting details - the whole composition rests on the strength of the stone itself.

Only stones with an even, saturated colour and no lighter discolouration are chosen for this ring, which is why every piece has that impression of uniform depth. Good stones of this quality are getting harder to find, and their price keeps rising steadily, so today's offer remains a fair one. The rhodium-plated silver gains a layer of hard, resistant metal that protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts for a long time. This is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other additives that can cause allergies, so wearing it does not irritate the skin. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the silver's origin.

For everyday wear, the ring pairs well with a linen shirt in a natural shade or a loose cotton dress - the cool grey and white of the fabric do not compete with the navy of the stone, they simply set it off. The solitaire's big size looks good on a hand with a simple, short manicure, without other rings on the same hand. In the evening it works well with a dark, smooth dress, where the navy glow of the stone remains the focal point of the look. It is a ring equally at ease with an everyday gesture and a more evening-ready appearance.