A lapis lazuli cabochon opens up this ring with a rich, deep navy-purple hue, broken by fine flashes of golden pyrite. The smooth, domed surface of the stone catches the light differently than a faceted cut would - the shine stays gathered in one place, calm and deep. The ring's form is simple and modern, and its character recalls the idea of a promise - lapis lazuli has long been associated with intuition and inner harmony, here set in a modest, rhodium-plated setting.

For this piece we chose a stone with an exceptionally even, deep colour and minimal discolouration - that quality decided its place in this design. Silver and other precious metals are steadily rising in price, and stones of this quality are becoming harder to find, so this purchase makes sense from a price standpoint today. The ring is made of refined European silver, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal that protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine bright for years to come. The 925 fineness confirms the purity of the alloy, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the metal does not irritate the skin. The band bears a maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the French assay office - it attests to the origin of the metal.

On the hand, this ring works best in a total-black outfit - a black turtleneck or a simple long-sleeved blouse creates a backdrop against which the stone's navy glow becomes the point the eye returns to with every gesture of the hand. In winter it pairs well with a graphite-grey wool sweater, in summer with a loose-cut linen shirt. The medium size of the stone and the 2.5 g weight mean the ring sits lightly on the finger, never overpowering the hand, while remaining a visible accent of the styling.