A faceted amethyst opens up in this solitaire ring, where the simple, minimalist setting draws no attention away from the stone. The cut breaks light into tiny facets, and the colour shifts from deep purple to a lighter violet with every turn of the hand. In old jewellery craft, amethyst was linked to calm and clarity of mind, treated as a symbol of inner balance. The whole form of the ring stays light and focused entirely on this one striking stone.

The choice of this particular piece came down to colour and clarity - the amethyst is natural, with no visible flaws, which is immediately obvious to the naked eye given the size of the stone. Good stones of this quality are becoming harder to find, and silver prices are rising, so buying at such an accessible price makes sense today. The ring is made of refined European silver 925, free from nickel and other harmful additives, so it can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. A layer of rhodium protects the silver from scratches and tarnishing, and the metal keeps its shine for a long time despite daily wear. Struck on the band is the French maker's mark, registered with the assay office, which attests to the origin of the metal.

This small, delicate ring feels right for everyday wear - it pairs beautifully with a soft cashmere or cotton sweater, especially in muted, monochrome grey or beige combinations. The violet flash of the amethyst brings such a look to life with every movement of the hand, for instance when holding a cup of coffee or turning the page of a book. Its very small size and weight of 1.9 grams mean the ring is barely noticeable on the finger, yet it still stands out.