These dangle and drop earrings with tiger's eye bring out the warmth of a golden-brown hue that shifts with movement into silky streaks of light and dark brown. This is the cat's eye effect - a defining characteristic of this variety of quartz, visible in the cabochons without any additional treatment. Around each stone runs a border of 28 cubic zirconia that catch the light and enhance the interplay of tones. The classic, drop form sits close to the ear and never overwhelms.

Each of the two tiger's eye stones is hand-selected - what matters is the colour, the silkiness of the sheen and the clarity of the effect. Prices for quality quartz specimens are rising, and this purchase remains sensibly priced today. The stones are set in refined sterling silver 925, free from nickel and harmful metal additives - the alloy does not cause allergic reactions. A rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and maintains a bright shine for a long time. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, attesting to the origin of the silver. Tiger's eye has traditionally been associated with symbolism of stability and self-confidence.

For everyday wear, these earrings look great with a white shirt and jeans - the golden-brown stone warms cooler colours and contrasts with navy or grey. Worn with a leather jacket and a loose braid, the warm tone of the tiger's eye comes through more clearly, and the cubic zirconia add a lightness to the overall composition. This is a classic pair that requires no matching to the rest of your jewellery.