This amethyst ring pairs a classic, minimalist form with the warmth of a purple stone. The amethyst cabochon has a smooth, domed surface where light gathers to create a deep, saturated glow - no sharp glints, rather a soft, purple sheen visible from every angle. In jewellery tradition amethyst was linked to calm and clarity of mind, and today it is sometimes seen as a symbol of balance. The simple band doesn't draw attention away from the stone - it's the stone that leads the eye as the hand moves.

An amethyst like this - of pure colour and free of cloudiness - isn't found at every turn, and good specimens of this quality are becoming rarer. Silver and precious metals are rising in price, and with them the price of good stones, so this purchase makes sense right now. It is set in refined 925 sterling silver, extracted and refined in Europe, a pure alloy free of nickel and other harmful additives, so contact with the skin doesn't irritate it. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps the shine lasting, and the silver bears the French maker's mark confirming its origin. This is a solitaire design that can be worn as an everyday ring or as an engagement ring - one stone, one striking decision.

Day to day it sits well with a soft, chunky-knit sweater, especially in monochrome outfits - grey on grey, beige on beige - where the amethyst's purple immediately draws the eye. It also works well with a cup of coffee in hand or while writing, when the cabochon catches the light from the side. Its small size and weight of 2.7 g mean the ring sits on the finger almost unnoticed, even though the stone itself stands apart from the rest of the look.