The silky shimmer of tiger's eye only reveals itself when the hand moves - a band of light travels across the stone's surface like a narrow streak of glow, characteristic of this variety of quartz. Three cabochon-cut tiger's eye stones are set on a bracelet with a modern, clean line, worn easily on the wrist under a shirt cuff or a sweater sleeve. The brown-gold colour of the stone shifts in intensity depending on the viewing angle, giving the whole piece a calm yet distinctive character. In old beliefs, tiger's eye was associated with stability and regeneration - today it is above all a stone valued for its exceptionally decorative texture.

Each of the three stones is assessed before being set, checking the pattern of the bands and the depth of the shimmer, since the final effect on the wrist depends on it. Silver prices are rising, and good stones like tiger's eye are becoming harder to source, so a bracelet at this price is a sensible choice today. The metal is rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver from European refining - the rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts long. The alloy contains no nickel or other metals known to cause skin irritation, so the bracelet is gentle on the skin. The silver is stamped with a maker's mark registered at the French assay office, which attests to the metal's origin. The bracelet measures 18 cm, and an adjustable 4 cm extension allows it to be fitted to the wrist's circumference.

It works best in a total-black look - a black turtleneck or a simple long-sleeved top create a backdrop against which the warm colour of tiger's eye becomes a point of light on the hand. The bracelet also pairs well with an autumn palette - camel, khaki or deep green - which brings out the stone's natural tone. The simple form of the metal means it is the three tiger's eye stones that draw the eye, whether the hand is raised in a gesture or fastening a coat sleeve.