1966 saw the emergence of the S ring by craftsman Jean Vendome, who then extended the range to include a bracelet, a necklace, a pair of ear clips, and finally the Double S ring. With its "architectural" aesthetic, this ring draws its inspiration from the shape of the son-counter, and is available in white or yellow gold. Embellished with precious or semi-precious stones, it can even be adorned with a 10-carat diamond. The stone, skilfully set on three sides, reveals its breech suspended in mid-air. In some cases, the setting is adorned with brilliant-cut or baguette-cut diamonds.

This collection was a resounding success, with the S ring earning a prominent place in the Larousse des bijoux, alongside Salvador Dali's eye brooch. Jean Vendome continued to create this ring until the 1980s, when it was revived in the 2000s. Each piece in the collection is unique.

The magic of this ring lies in its square, raised setting, allowing the stone's breech to float in the air. Unlike conventional basket settings, the stone is not enclosed in a hollow. It is delicately set on three sides, preserving almost all its visible surface. I'm particularly enchanted by the design of this series. It is pure and simple, offering the stone maximum expressiveness. Starting with a rectangular architectural shape, the design gradually evolves to evoke a thread-counter, a high-magnification magnifying glass for observing details invisible to the naked eye. The clean lines of this series allow the stone to express its full potential.

Sources: Marlène Crégut-Ledué, Jean Vendome, les voyages précieux d'un créateur, éditions Faton