the deep purple of the garnet plays across the facets of this solitaire, catching the light with every movement of the hand. the stone has a rich, deep colour - the kind once associated with wine and autumn. the very small, delicate form of the ring keeps attention on the colour rather than the setting, and the classic mount stays clear of unnecessary embellishment. this is jewelry with a clean, minimalist line that works equally well for everyday wear and for more striking outfits.

the garnet for this solitaire was chosen by hand, examining the stone's colour and clarity under light before it was set. the price of silver and of good coloured stones keeps rising steadily, so a piece this well finished at this price is a sound choice today. for this price you get carefully selected stone and precise workmanship in the setting, with no compromise on quality. the ring is made from refined European silver, sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, so it does not irritate the skin. a layer of rhodium protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts a long time and the ring rarely needs cleaning. the piece bears the French maker's mark, which vouches for the origin of the metal.

for everyday wear it looks good with an oversized sweater and a soft scarf in muted grey or ecru - the garnet's purple brings life to such a calm palette. in weekend, layered outfits this small form doesn't get lost on the hand, while still not overwhelming the simplicity of the look. it also works well with jeans and a linen shirt, where the garnet adds one striking note of colour. the very small size and weight of 1.2 g mean the ring wears lightly, almost unnoticeable on the finger.