This engagement ring pairs a bold, full form with the warm glow of tiger's eye. This variety of quartz has a silky sheen known as the cat's eye effect - as you turn your hand, a narrow band of light moves across the surface of the stone, golden against a deep brown background. The cabochon is polished smooth, with no facets, so all the attention goes to that movement of light rather than to the geometry of the stone. The very big size of the ring emphasises the stone's substantial presence and pairs well with the bold, full band.

The stone for this ring was chosen for the depth of its colour and the clarity of its pattern - not every piece of tiger's eye shows such a distinct, concentrated reflection. Good stones of this kind are becoming harder to find, and silver prices are rising, so buying one now makes sense price-wise. The setting is made of pure, refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other harmful additives, which means the ring stays kind to the skin even with everyday wear. A rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the ring needs less care and keeps its shine for longer. The silver bears the French maker's mark, attesting to the origin of the metal. In old tradition, tiger's eye was linked to stability and renewal - today it remains a fitting motif for an engagement ring.

Day to day, tiger's eye pairs well with natural fabrics - a sand-toned linen shirt, a cotton dress or a loose, chunky wool jumper. With a simple, relaxed cut, the stone draws the eye through colour alone, with no need for extra adornment on the hand. This is a ring that holds up well to the movement of everyday gestures, and with each one reveals a new flash of light in the stone.