The faceted garnet plays with deep purple with every turn of the hand, its colour deepening or brightening as the light shifts. Two small cubic zirconia stones at the sides add sparkle without taking the main role away from the stone. The classic, understated form of the ring works equally well as an engagement proposal or as a wedding band for the big day. The medium size and weight of 2.7 g give it a noticeable yet unobtrusive presence on the finger.

We choose every garnet for this design individually, checking its colour and clarity under light before it is set. Prices of silver and quality coloured stones are steadily rising, which makes this level of quality at this price genuinely worthwhile today. The setting is made of refined European sterling silver 925, rhodium-plated with a layer of metal resistant to scratching and tarnishing, so the shine lasts a long time. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal most likely to cause irritation, so the ring does not cause any skin reactions. The whole piece is finished with the French maker's mark, which attests the silver's origin and its European quality.

For everyday wear, this ring feels right with a chunky oversized sweater and a scarf in calm, earthy tones - the garnet's purple then takes centre stage without any extra adornment. The gesture of wrapping a scarf or holding a cup of tea naturally shows the stone in motion. In the evening it works well with a simple, dark dress, where the classic form and deep colour of the garnet draw the eye without unnecessary distraction. This is a ring that stays on the hand for a long time - from the engagement through the wedding day and beyond.