A cabochon-cut amethyst brings a deep, dark purple into this ring, its smooth surface settling into a calm, even field of colour without sharp glints. The solitaire setting keeps the focus purely on the stone - the band doesn't pull the eye away, it leads it straight to the colour. This is a minimalist design where every line has its purpose, and the amethyst commands all the attention on the hand.

For this piece we chose a stone with deep, even colour and a clean interior free of clouding - that consistency is what decided the selection. Silver and good amethysts get more expensive year after year, so buying a ring like this now makes sense price-wise. At this price you get solid craftsmanship and a stone that's hard to find in a similar budget. The setting is sterling silver 925, refined in Europe and coated with a layer of rhodium - the metal keeps its shine for a long time and needs less cleaning than unplated silver. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark - a legally protected mark registered with the French assay office, attesting to the metal's origin. A pure alloy free of nickel and harmful additives means the ring won't irritate even sensitive skin. In jewellery tradition, amethyst has long been linked with calm and clarity of mind, a symbol of balance.

A ring like this sits well on the hand during a meeting in the city - under the sleeve of a trench coat or against a turtleneck in a cool, neutral shade of grey or beige. The purple of the amethyst stands out against a restrained outfit and catches the eye with every gesture, whether you're reaching for a cup or adjusting your coat. It works just as well for everyday wear as for a slightly more polished occasion, when you want to keep your look simple and put together. At 2.4 grams, it's light and comfortable to wear all day long.