This ring with two blue topazes plays with a cool, clear blue as the faceted cut catches the light and breaks it into fine glimmers. Around them sit seventeen cubic zirconia stones that add sparkle without drawing attention away from the main stones. This is a multi-stone design, also meant as a ring for important, formal occasions, weddings included - a modern, geometric silhouette with no unnecessary ornament. The blue of the topaz brings to mind calm and clear water, nothing more complicated than that - it is simply a cool colour that is pleasing to the eye.

Each topaz is assessed before it is set, checking the depth and evenness of the blue, since this determines how the stone will behave in the light. The prices of silver and good coloured stones are steadily rising, so buying this ring now makes sense price-wise. The base is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, plated with rhodium - this hard metal protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the ring needs less everyday cleaning. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, registered at the assay office, which attests to the origin of the metal. The whole construction, from the choice of stones to the finish, holds to a European standard of craftsmanship.

It shows best against muted backdrops: a black turtleneck or a plain black blouse is its natural setting, where the blue of the topaz becomes a point of light on the hand. With a gesture, lifting a cup or smoothing the hair, the stone catches every ray and draws the eye. The ring works well for evenings and more important occasions, where the cool blue of the topaz and the small cubic zirconia stones build a calm, elegant accent without being overstated.