Faceted labradorite draws out a blue, at times steel-grey flash from its dark surface, one that shifts with every movement of the hand. Two small cubic zirconias at the sides add a discreet sparkle without taking the lead role away from the stone. The simple, modern ring stays narrow and light, so the labradorite is what catches the eye. In old traditions this stone was linked to calm thinking, self-belief and inspiration - fitting symbolism for a wedding and engagement ring.

A piece like this, with such clean, distinct play of light, is easy to overlook, yet a second one of similar character is hard to find. Silver and good stones are rising in price, so buying this ring now makes price sense. Refined European silver 925 is coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal resistant to scratching, which protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps the shine for a long time. The alloy contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so the skin does not react with irritation. The French maker's mark on the piece attests the origin of the silver.

The ring feels at home in weekend layering: under a loose oversized sweater, with a scarf casually knotted at the neck, in calm, muted tones - greys, graphites, broken white. The blue flash of the labradorite brings this understated styling to life without the need for extra adornment. Its small size and weight of 2.0 g mean the ring sits on the finger almost unnoticed, until the light reveals its colour. This is a piece for a day when both the gesture and the symbol matter.