Faceted tiger's eye stones come together in a bracelet with a distinctly vintage character. When light hits at an angle, a narrow, silky sheen appears on the surface - the cat's eye effect typical of this quartz variety shifts with every movement of the wrist. Honey and brown bands shimmer with depth, while the small facets further break the shine into brief flashes of light. In jewelry tradition, tiger's eye was believed to symbolize stability and inner renewal, which pairs well with the stone's warm, earthy colouring.

Pieces like this one, where the colour and banding align evenly across every stone, are easy to overlook - and a second one with a similar character is hard to find afterwards. Silver and good natural stones are rising in price, so a bracelet at this price and quality is a sensible choice today. The setting is made of sterling silver 925 from European refining, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the metal against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts longer without frequent cleaning. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark - a legally protected mark registered with the French assay office, which attests the origin of the metal. The bracelet is 18 cm long, and an adjustable 4 cm extension allows it to be fitted to the wrist.

In spring it looks good peeking out from under the sleeve of a pastel trench coat, positioned so the cuff doesn't cover the stones. A silk scarf in a similar warm tone and a light-coloured handbag carried in hand complete the look nicely - that way the bracelet stays the centre of attention. The vintage form also works well with a simple sweater and jeans, where the tiger's eye brings the one bolder splash of colour to the whole outfit.