The amber cabochon in this pendant brings a warm, honeyed glow to the neckline, shifting in the light from pale gold to a deeper, richer hue. The form draws on vintage style, with a simple setting that never overwhelms the stone and lets it remain the focal point of the piece. Amber is fossilised resin, and in traditional craft it was linked to sunny warmth and success - an association rather than a property, but one that captures the character of this stone well.

We assess every piece of amber for colour and clarity before it goes into its silver setting, so the stone you get is noticeably better quality than average for the price. Silver and good amber are rising in price, so buying now at this price already makes sense. The setting is made of refined European sterling silver 925, rhodium-plated with a hard, scratch-resistant layer of metal, so the shine lasts longer, and the nickel-free alloy means you can wear the pendant without worrying about skin irritation. The piece is finished with a French maker's mark, which denotes the silver's origin.

For an evening out, this pendant works well with the little black dress and an open neckline, or with a silk blouse in a muted colour - the amber draws the eye and gives the neckline a warm accent without any extra jewellery needed. It also suits a deep v-neck or sweetheart-neck sweater in autumn, when the honeyed colour of the stone echoes the season's palette. At 1.7 g, the pendant sits light and rests comfortably on the neckline all evening long.