A faceted garnet pairs a deep, dark red with the pure sparkle of a precisely arranged facet cut. The cut breaks light into small flickers of brilliance that appear with every movement of the hand, while never revealing the stone's interior too literally - the colour stays dense and concentrated. This engagement ring, with its modern, streamlined band, keeps the focus on the stone, and the big size of the setting gives it real presence on the finger.

Each garnet was inspected individually before it went into this setting - what mattered was the purity of its colour and the way the stone reacts to light. It is set in refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity, which translates into European quality craftsmanship and a metal free of allergenic additives - you can wear it without worrying about irritation. A rhodium layer protects the surface from scratches and keeps the shine going for a long time, despite everyday wear. The piece is signed with the French maker's mark establishing its origin, registered with the assay office in France. Silver has clearly risen in price, and good stones like this garnet are becoming harder to find, so this price makes sense right now.

In summer, it pairs well with a linen dress in light beige or ecru - the hand wearing the ring catches the eye with every gesture, whether reaching for a glass or fixing your hair. It also works with a simple cotton shirt with rolled-up sleeves, where the garnet's dark red contrasts with the muted white of the fabric. This is a ring that suits light, summery outfits, while keeping the gravity befitting its role as an engagement ring.