Two cabochon-cut amber stones hold a warm, honeyed glow that catches the light differently with every turn of the head, sometimes brighter, sometimes deepening into a richer amber tone. Amber is fossilised resin, so its interior can hold fine, natural streaks that only reveal themselves when the stone is seen up close against the skin. The classic stud form in vermeil sits close to the earlobe, never pulling attention away from the face, simply completing it.

We assess every piece of amber for colour and clarity before it is set, since these qualities decide its final character. Good stones of this kind are becoming harder to find, and the price of silver and precious metals keeps rising, so the current price of these earrings makes sense. At their core is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, coated in a thick layer of 18-carat gold. It is the gold, not the silver, that touches the skin, which keeps the alloy pure and non-irritating. Compliance with the vermeil standard is confirmed by the stamped V mark, and the piece itself is stamped with a French maker's mark registered at the assay office. In old Baltic craft traditions, amber was linked to the warmth of the sun and to everyday good fortune.

These earrings sit well with a soft, chunky-knit sweater, especially in monochrome, warm shades of beige or sand that do not compete with the colour of the stone. Hair pulled into a bun or a sleek ponytail reveals the line of the neck and lets the amber draw the eye without extra accessories at the neckline. It is a fitting choice for cooler days, when grey tones and muted knitwear could use a touch of warmth.