This lapis lazuli ring draws the eye with its deep, navy-blue colour, streaked here and there with a fine golden shimmer. The faceted cut breaks the surface of the stone into many small planes, so light doesn't slide across it evenly but catches in short, shifting flashes. The solitaire form - a single stone set in a simple, modern setting - keeps the hand feeling light while giving the stone all the attention. This is a ring with real character, with no unnecessary detailing around the central stone.

A lapis lazuli of this shade and clarity is hard to come by, and finding a second stone with a similarly deep colour is easy to miss out on. Silver and good coloured stones are steadily rising in price, so buying now makes sense from a value standpoint. The stone is set in rhodium-plated silver - the rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts longer and the ring needs less everyday care. Underneath lies pure, refined European silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so you can wear it without worrying about skin irritation. The metal is confirmed by a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, attesting to its origin. Lapis lazuli has long been associated with intuition, idealism and inner harmony - in many cultures it was regarded as a stone symbolizing peace of mind.

The big size of the stone looks striking on the hand at a family celebration - with an elegant dress, in the warm glow of candlelight or a chandelier, alongside classic, understated accessories. The gesture of a hand revealed when raising a glass or adjusting one's hair further highlights the play of light in the facets. The navy colour of the lapis lazuli pairs well with dark evening wear, and the rhodium-plated silver stays clearly visible even in dim lighting.