This amber bracelet pairs a minimalist, slender chain line with the warmth of a natural stone. The amber cabochons sit along the wrist in an even colour, without random tonal differences - proof of careful selection of the raw material. This fossilised resin reveals flashes of a deeper, honeyed glow as you turn your hand, while in different light it becomes almost translucent. Craftsmen of old associated amber with the warmth of the sun and good fortune, and here that symbolic thread is carried through in the bracelet's light, contemporary form.

The stone is natural and selected for its clarity, which is what accounts for the exceptional quality of this piece at a reasonable price. Silver and precious metals are steadily rising in price, so good amber at this price is worth considering now. The core of the bracelet is refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity, covered with a thick layer of 18-carat gold in line with the vermeil standard - it is gold, not silver, that touches the skin, as confirmed by the stamped V mark. The alloy contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so the wrist has no contact with anything that could irritate it. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which denotes the silver's origin, and the European quality of workmanship is evident in the even shine of the links.

The bracelet measures 19 centimetres and has an adjustable 4-centimetre extension, so you can fit it to a slimmer or fuller wrist. It looks great peeking out from under the sleeve of a soft turtleneck sweater, especially in monochromatic pairings - beige on beige, grey on grey. With a rolled-up shirt cuff, the amber becomes a warm accent against the cool tones of the knit. It weighs 2.8 grams, so it wears lightly even through everyday hand movements.