Cool-toned and distinctly modern, this ring pairs a minimalist band with a cabochon-cut labradorite, flanked on each side by two small cubic zirconia stones. The stone has a dark, deep background across which blue and steel flashes drift - this glow only appears when the hand moves and light catches it from a different angle. The clean line of the metal doesn't pull attention away from the stone, so the whole form keeps a quiet, geometric outline. As a solitaire it also works as a stacking and engagement ring, sitting close to the hand, without unnecessary extras.

Every labradorite for this model is inspected individually, and we choose the one where the blue flash reads most clearly and the colour stays clean, without cloudiness. Quality like this at a reasonable price matters, because silver and other precious metals keep rising in price, and good stones of this class are harder to find every year. The setting is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the ring needs cleaning less often. The metal is free of nickel and other allergenic additives, so it can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which establishes its origin and is registered with the assay office.

It comes into its own in a total-black look - against a black turtleneck or a simple black top, the hand wearing the ring becomes the point where light gathers. Labradorite has long been associated with calm thinking and self-confidence, which makes it a good choice for an engagement gift or simply for yourself, no special occasion needed. The stone's small size and the ring's light build mean it wears easily, never getting in the way of everyday gestures. It's a piece that works equally well in the office and in the evening, when the rest of the outfit stays understated.