The warm, honey hue of tiger's eye runs through a necklace set with five faceted stones, each facet catching a different glint of light. The silky sheen of this quartz variety recalls the chatoyant effect of cat's eye, a streak of brightness shifting across the surface with every movement. The clean line of the silver chain keeps the focus on the stones, and the whole piece pairs a modern simplicity with the warm colour of the natural mineral. Craftsmen of earlier eras associated tiger's eye with symbolism of stability; today the stone simply works as a natural adornment with a distinctive character.

Before being set, every stone is assessed for colour and clarity of pattern, which is why this necklace features five tiger's eye stones of a similar, rich tone. Silver is rising in price, and good-quality stones are becoming harder to find, since nature itself limits their supply, which is why this necklace remains reasonably priced today. Refined European silver 925 is coated with a layer of rhodium, so the shine lasts a long time and the metal doesn't need frequent cleaning. The French maker's mark visible on the piece attests to the origin of the silver. The pure alloy, free of nickel and other harmful additives, offers comfort even for sensitive skin.

The 44-centimetre chain with a 5-centimetre adjustable extension lets you tailor the necklace to the neckline, from a deeper cut to a more modest collar. It pairs naturally with a loose-fit linen shirt or a cotton blouse in a muted shade, where the honey colour of the stone plays well against a light, matte fabric background. It also works well with a simple sweater in a v-neck, when the line of the neck is left bare. The medium size of the stones and the moderate weight of 7.2 grams mean the necklace can be worn comfortably from morning to evening.