This lapis lazuli ring plays with deep purple broken by golden veining that catches the eye with every movement of the hand. The cabochon, with its smooth, domed surface, gathers light into a single point, while sixteen small cubic zirconia stones arranged in a halo around it scatter that light further, building a luminous ring of sparkle. This halo setting adds optical depth to the stone without taking away from its character. In the classic lines of the band and setting, lapis lazuli has long been associated with intuition and inner harmony, which is why it makes a welcome gift with personal meaning.

For this piece we chose a stone with an exceptionally rich, even colour and only a minimal amount of lighter mottling, since it's precisely this that gives depth to the whole composition. Good stones of this quality are becoming harder to find, and silver prices are rising, so buying a ring like this today makes sense from a value standpoint. The setting is made of refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps its shine for a long time. The signed French maker's mark guarantees the quality and origin of the precious metal, and the pure alloy, free of nickel and other harmful additives, means the ring won't irritate the skin even with everyday wear.

Styled for the city, this ring looks good on the hand paired with simple jeans and a white shirt, where the stone's dark purple immediately draws the eye against the light tones. A leather jacket adds a touch of edge to the look, against which the lapis lazuli cabochon contrasts in an interesting way. It also works well for a relaxed office style, when the hand holding a cup or turning pages naturally shows off the stone and the halo of cubic zirconia surrounding it.