A rich, honey-toned amber set in refined silver draws the eye with the sheer depth of its colour. The cabochon cut shows off the stone's interior beautifully - as the pendant moves with your breathing, flickers of amber glow appear within it, sometimes warmer, sometimes muted like autumn light. The very big form gives the whole piece a bold, slightly raw character, reminiscent of old craftsmanship from the Baltic coast, where amber has long been associated with sunny warmth and good fortune.

Before it goes into its setting, every cabochon is examined against the light - what matters is the clarity of the resin and the depth of colour, since these determine whether the amber will truly shine at the neckline. Nature itself limits the availability of fine stones, and the price of silver and precious metals keeps rising, so a well-chosen piece at a reasonable price is a smart choice today. The pendant is set in refined silver 925 of high alloy purity - free of nickel, so the metal is gentle on the skin and can be worn every day without worry. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, a legally protected mark registered with the French assay office, which attests to the origin of the metal.

The boho character of this pendant comes through best with natural fabrics - a loosely cut linen shirt or a cotton tunic with an open neckline give the amber room to draw the eye along the line of the neck. Its vintage form also pairs well with a suede waistcoat and understated jewellery in the background, without competing for attention. At 4.1 grams, the pendant hangs freely, and its large size makes it a natural focal point of any outfit.