This modern jade ring draws the eye with a bold, sculptural form that sits well on the hand. The jade cabochon shows a deep, saturated green - as the hand moves and turns, light draws out flashes of varying intensity, sometimes darker, sometimes brighter. The very big size means the form doesn't get lost on the finger, and the stone's smooth surface contrasts with the raw, geometric outline of the setting.

Only a small share of the carefully vetted raw material makes it into this piece - the jade must have a clean colour and even structure, free of flaws visible to the naked eye. Prices for silver and fine coloured stones keep rising steadily, so today's price for this ring remains reasonable. Refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity accounts for the comfort of wear - it is the fineness mark that confirms its purity, free of nickel and other harmful additives that could irritate the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and loss of shine even with everyday wear. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the silver, rounding off the European quality of the workmanship - solid, but without unnecessary embellishment. The same bold form works equally well as a wedding or engagement ring, for those looking for something bolder than a classic design.

For everyday wear it pairs well with soft sweaters in muted tones - grey, beige or deep green - where the green cabochon becomes the natural focal point of a monochromatic look. It also looks good with a simple cotton blouse, when the hand remains the main feature of the outfit. In winter it works well under the sleeve of a thick turtleneck sweater, in summer with short sleeves, where the form and the stone are fully visible.