The faceted black onyx opens into small, geometric planes that catch the light and throw it back in short, sharp flashes against the black surface. This cut does not try to lighten the stone - instead it draws out its depth and smooth, opaque surface. A solitaire ring in a classic setting puts it centre stage, with no extra ornamentation to distract from it. It is a small, compact shape on the hand, one that keeps a calm, orderly line.

The stone for this ring was chosen individually, with attention to the depth of black and the clarity of the surface, free of cracks or cloudiness - hence the high quality at a price that remains reasonable. Silver and good stones get more expensive year on year, so buying a ring like this today makes sense from a price standpoint. Rhodium applied to the silver protects it from tarnishing and keeps its shine for a long time, despite everyday wear. The silver itself is refined, sterling silver 925, and it is this fineness that confirms the purity of the alloy, free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin. The piece is stamped with a maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, which attests to its origin. In ancient cultures onyx was linked to strength, endurance and self-confidence - today that association still holds, not as a power ascribed to the stone.

A ring like this pairs well with everyday, city wear - a trench coat, a cool grey turtleneck, or a simple coat in a neutral shade. Black onyx does not compete with its background, it simply completes a calm, classic look. It works well with the gesture of shaking hands or holding a cup, where the small flashes of the cut only catch the eye up close. This is a ring to wear without a special occasion - to a meeting in town, to work, or on a short trip.