A cabochon amethyst surrounded by twelve small cubic zirconia stones builds a halo effect around the central stone - it's this halo form that gives the ring its modern, distinctly engagement character. The amethyst's purple shimmers with depth, while the smooth dome of the cabochon gently diffuses light rather than breaking it into sharp flashes. Jewellers of past eras associated this stone with calm and clarity of mind; today the same shade simply looks good on the hand.

Each amethyst is inspected individually before it goes into the setting - what matters is the saturated colour and the clarity inside the stone, free of cloudiness. Silver and good coloured stones get more expensive year after year, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The ring is set in refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, additionally coated with a layer of rhodium - thanks to this the metal keeps its shine for a long time and doesn't need frequent polishing. The alloy contains no nickel, which is most often responsible for irritation, so wearing it doesn't irritate the skin. The French maker's mark struck on the piece attests the origin of the metal.

The very small, delicate form and the weight of 1.5 grams mean the ring is barely noticeable on the finger, while the amethyst's purple clearly draws the eye with every gesture of the hand. In spring it pairs well with a pastel trench coat and a silk scarf in a similar tone, with a light-coloured bag completing the look without competing with the stone. It also works well with a simple blouse and linen trousers, when the hand is meant to stay the centre of attention. This is a ring that combines a modern halo line with the classic gesture of engagement.