This rose quartz ring brings out the stone's warm, powdery colour, settling on the hand into a delicate rosy shade with no cool undertones. The cabochon is polished smooth, so light glides across its surface in soft glimmers rather than breaking into facets. The narrow, rhodium-plated band doesn't pull attention away from the stone - the whole piece stays light and distinctly modern, even as its form echoes a traditional solitaire. This is a solitaire and promise ring, equally suited to a symbolic gift as to everyday wear.

Only a small share of the raw material reviewed qualifies for a solitaire like this - purity of colour and freedom from cloudiness matter most, so the selection process is strict. It is set in pure, refined sterling silver 925, which thanks to European refining contains no nickel or other sensitising additives, something even sensitive skin will appreciate. A layer of rhodium protects this surface from tarnishing and keeps the shine lasting a long time. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the metal's origin. Silver prices keep rising steadily, and good stones of this quality are getting harder to find, so today's price for this ring remains reasonable. Rose quartz has long been associated with love, tenderness and harmonious relationships, which fits well with its role as a solitaire and promise ring.

For office wear it pairs nicely with a smooth shirt and a blazer in muted grey or beige - the pink cabochon lifts a quiet palette without overdoing it. It also works well with a simple sweater in a cool shade, where the stone's warm colour immediately draws the eye. Its small size and weight of 2.2 grams mean the ring sits on the finger almost unnoticed, yet still catches the eye with every gesture of the hand.