Two amber cabochons in these stud earrings draw the eye with a warm, honeyed depth that shifts shade with every turn of the head, from pale gold to a rich, dark purple. Amber is fossilised resin, so light behaves differently inside it than in an ordinary stone: instead of a sharp glint, it gives off a soft glow, seen most clearly against the face and hair. The classic, simple form of the stud does not distract from that colour - the earrings are small, but their presence at the ear and along the neckline is unmistakable.

Only a small portion of the sorted raw material goes into each piece - what matters is the amber's clarity and its deep, even colour, free of cloudiness. Good stones rise in price along with silver, so buying at a reasonable price makes sense right now. The setting is made of refined European silver - the 925 fineness confirms the purity of the alloy, free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin near the ear. A rhodium layer protects this surface from tarnishing and keeps its shine despite daily wear. Struck on the silver is the French maker's mark, registered with the assay office - it confirms the metal's origin.

Amber has long been associated with the warmth of the sun and with success, which makes these earrings a good gift idea. They pair particularly well with soft knitwear - a sweater in shades of beige or grey, where the warm colour of the amber enlivens the muted outfit without unnecessary contrast. Hair worn loose, revealing the ear, lets you appreciate the play of light in the stone, and the classic form of the stud means the earrings suit the office just as well as an evening out after work.