This wedding ring with black onyx plays with a faceted cut that breaks the deep black into small, sharp flashes of light. The facets don't lighten the stone - it stays matte and intense - they simply mark out lines that the eye follows with every movement of the hand. The simple, modern band doesn't pull attention away from that depth, and its form stays understated enough to suit the wedding character of the ring. Onyx has long been associated with strength, endurance and confidence - worn on the hand, it sits well with the symbolism of such an occasion.

An onyx like this - even in tone, free of scratches and discolouration - is easy to overlook among average specimens, and a second stone of the same depth is hard to find afterwards. It is set in refined European silver 925, whose pure alloy, free of nickel and other sensitising metals, gives comfort even to sensitive skin. A layer of rhodium protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the ring keeps its shine longer and needs less cleaning. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, registered at the assay office, which attests the metal's origin. Silver and good stones keep rising in price, so buying an onyx like this today makes financial sense. For this price you get careful stone selection and solid craftsmanship rarely found in cheaper alternatives.

This ring feels at home on the hand in the city - with a loose trench coat, a thin turtleneck and a muted grey or beige colour palette. The black of the onyx doesn't disappear into such a setting - on the contrary, it's what draws the eye while the rest of the outfit stays calm. It also works well as part of everyday, elegant office wear, where precision of form matters more than boldness. Its medium size and weight of 2.2 grams mean the ring sits lightly on the finger, without getting in the way of the hand's natural movement.