With a vintage spirit, this ring with a blue topaz surrounded by a halo of eighteen cubic zirconias evokes old aristocratic jewelry. The faceted centre stone catches the light with every gesture of the hand - as the finger turns, the blue deepens into a darker, richer tone, while the tiny facets of the cubic zirconias add brilliance from the outside. The very big, bold silhouette of the ring makes the whole composition recall old-fashioned engagement rings, though it wears in a thoroughly contemporary way.

We chose the topaz in this shade of blue with care for its purity and depth of colour - a stone like this is easy to overlook, because finding another one with similar saturation later on is difficult. Silver and good coloured stones rise in price year after year, and nature itself limits the supply of valuable topaz specimens, so today's price for this ring remains reasonable. The rhodium plating protects the silver surface from scratches and tarnishing, so the shine lasts long without extra care. Beneath the rhodium lies refined silver 925 of high alloy purity, free of nickel and other additives that irritate the skin - even sensitive hands wear this ring without discomfort. The French maker's mark on the piece attests the origin of the silver.

In spring, this ring pairs well with a pastel trench coat and a silk scarf in a similar shade of blue - the colour of the topaz then matches the cool tone of the outfit. A light-coloured handbag and delicate complementary jewelry round out the look without competing with the main accent on the hand. With a simple linen dress, the ring brings a retro touch, and with a gesture of the hand - holding a cup or adjusting a scarf - the stone naturally draws the eye.