The black onyx cabochon has a deep, matte black that doesn't reflect light sharply but absorbs it instead, giving an impression of heavy, quiet gravity. The stone's smooth surface contrasts with an openwork, braided band in a boho spirit, where silver tendrils and small scrolls build a silhouette close to vintage rings of old. The big size of the stone gives the hand a striking, bold accent, and the engagement form takes on a slightly raw, earthy character here.

Only a small portion of the sorted raw material makes it into a piece like this - what matters is a uniform, deep black free of streaks or cracks, which is why the onyx keeps a high quality at a price that doesn't put you off. Silver rises in price from season to season, so deciding to buy today, at current metal prices, is simply sensible. The refined European 925 silver used for the band contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so the ring can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. It is stamped with a maker's mark registered at the French assay office, which attests to the metal's origin, and the European quality of the workmanship shows in the precision of the ring's braided elements. In old crafts, onyx was associated with strength, endurance and self-confidence, hence its presence in rings with an engagement character.

For an evening out, this ring pairs well with a little black dress and a silk blouse - the blackness of the onyx blends into a dark styling, while the braided silver adds structure to it. A hand gesture with a glass or a cup further shows off the large cabochon on the finger. In such a styling, it's worth keeping other accessories to a minimum, so that the boho detail of the band and the deep black of the stone can freely draw the eye.