These dangle earrings in silver catch the eye with a delicate movement at every turn of the head. Two cabochon-cut amber stones shimmer from honey gold to deep, dark purple, and as the head turns, warm glints appear in the light that you would search for in vain in two identical pieces. Amber is fossilized resin, a material of organic origin in which nature has sealed away tiny, one-of-a-kind patterns. The vintage form gives these earrings a character that simple, minimalist designs lack - here the eye has something to rest on.

We select each piece of amber individually, because a stone with such rich colour and clear structure is easy to miss, and a second one just like it is hard to find afterwards. Silver is rising in price year after year, as are fine amber stones, so buying at this price makes sense today. Set in refined European 925 silver of high alloy purity, free from harmful metal additives, the earrings do not irritate the skin even after a full day of wear. The maker's mark struck on the silver, registered with the French assay office, attests to the origin of the metal. In jewellery tradition, amber has been associated with sunny warmth and success, which makes it a popular choice as a gift.

For a family celebration, these earrings pair well with an elegant dress in a warm shade and hair swept up to reveal the line of the neck and ears. In warm evening light, amber takes on depth, and its glow works well with classic jewellery - a thin chain or a simple bracelet. They also work well with loosely pinned hair, letting the cabochons move freely near the face. Their medium size and weight of 3.0 grams mean that, despite their bold form, they wear lightly all day long.