The deep, rich navy of the lapis lazuli in this ring is lit by tiny flecks of pyrite that catch the light with every movement of the hand. The cabochon has no facets, so the light spreads evenly across its surface, keeping the dark, cool colour at the centre of attention. The band is kept minimalist - narrow, smooth, free of any detailing that might draw the eye away from the stone. This is a ring conceived as a promise, discreet and focused on a single gesture.

The stone chosen for this setting has a deep, even colour with only a limited number of lighter inclusions - it was this purity of colour that decided its selection. Silver and precious metals continue to rise in price, and good stones like this one are becoming increasingly scarce, which makes buying at this price a sound choice today. The ring is set in refined silver 925 of high alloy purity, coated with a layer of rhodium - this metal protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts without frequent cleaning. The piece is signed with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the metal. Lapis lazuli has long been associated with ideals, intuition and inner harmony, making it a fitting symbolic choice for a ring of this character.

Day to day, it sits well alongside a soft cashmere sweater and trousers in shades of grey or navy - such a monochromatic base lets the navy of the stone speak fully. It also looks great with a knitted turtleneck and a simple watch on the other hand, when the hand itself becomes the focal point of the outfit. Thanks to its small size and light construction - 1.8 grams - it wears without any sense of weight on the finger, something any hand accustomed to simple, small rings will appreciate.