Dark, bold and unmistakably vintage - this men's signet ring with black onyx draws the eye with the sheer depth of its cabochon. The stone's matte, uniform blackness does not reflect light but absorbs it, giving the ring a character that is both striking and restrained. The hand-applied enamel enriches the enameled silver setting with a detail that sets this signet apart from plain, factory-made forms - it is precisely this craftsmanship that makes it a piece in the boho and vintage spirit at once.

Every black onyx is assessed for colour uniformity and depth of black before it goes into the setting - the stone must be free of discolouration and blemishes. Silver prices are rising and well-selected black onyx stones are becoming harder to source, so today's price for this signet is genuinely reasonable. The metal is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality - the 925 fineness confirms the purity of the alloy, free from nickel and harmful additives. The French maker's mark struck on the piece, registered at the French assay office, guarantees the origin of the metal.

For everyday wear, the signet works effortlessly with urban casual: dark jeans, a white shirt and a leather jacket provide the backdrop against which the blackness of the onyx reads boldly on the hand. Onyx has long been associated with power and self-assurance - an association that gives this ring an extra dimension, especially when you are looking for a gift for a man with character. The signet weighs 5.5 g, sits securely on the finger and does not get in the way of everyday movement.