A faceted-cut emerald opens this ring like a small, ordered composition of light. Facet by facet, the eye is drawn deep into the stone, revealing a rich, dark green without unnecessary effects. The simple band of rhodium-plated 925 silver stays in the background - nothing distracts from the colour. This is a solitaire ring in a pure, minimalist form, closer to classic than ornamental, made for a hand that needs no further adornment.

For this piece we chose an emerald of exceptional colour purity - that quality decided the choice of this particular stone. Emerald and silver prices are steadily rising, so this purchase makes sense today. Rhodium plating protects the silver from tarnishing and losing its shine for years to come. All the metal is refined silver of European quality, sterling silver 925, in an alloy free of nickel - the metal most commonly responsible for allergic reactions. This means the ring does not cause skin irritation. The piece is stamped with a maker's mark registered at the French assay office, confirming the origin of the metal.

For an evening out, this ring pairs well with a little black dress and a silk blouse - in an understated look, the emerald catches the eye as the hand rests on a glass or gestures in conversation. With simple, smooth sleeves or no other rings on the same hand, the stone has room to stand out. Its very small size and weight of 1.2 grams mean it wears lightly, almost unnoticed - until the green of the emerald catches the light.