The deep, saturated blue of lapis lazuli catches the eye at once in the plain, understated setting of this signet ring. The cabochon cut shows off the full surface of the stone, revealing tiny golden flecks of pyrite scattered like sparks across the dark background. The shape of the signet is wide and confident, made for a big hand, and the minimalist setting keeps the focus on the colour. This is a stone long associated with intuition and inner harmony, regarded in many cultures as a symbol of idealism.

Every stone chosen for this signet was held up to the light and picked by hand, based on depth of colour and clarity of surface. This kind of care in selection translates into quality without a drastic markup in price. Silver and good stones are steadily rising in price, so buying at today's price makes sense. The signet is made of pure refined silver, sourced and refined in Europe, sterling silver 925, further coated with a layer of rhodium, a hard metal that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so everyday cleaning is kept to a minimum. An alloy free of nickel and other allergenic additives keeps it comfortable even for sensitive skin. The inside of the band bears the French maker's mark, attesting to the silver's origin and to European craftsmanship.

The big, bold shape of the signet naturally brings a note of confidence to everyday outfits. It looks great on a hand peeking out from the sleeve of a linen shirt or a loose cotton top, where natural fabrics bring out the raw character of the stone. Paired with jeans and a simple sweater, it adds character without excess ornament. The blue of lapis lazuli plays best against sand, ecru and deep grey, tones that let its depth come through.