A warm, golden-brown tiger's eye ring pairs a vintage silhouette with a stone that reveals something different with every movement of the hand. The cabochon gathers and shifts a narrow band of light along the fibrous structure - this is the cat's eye effect, characteristic of this variety of quartz with its silky sheen. The ring's form, calm and distinctly vintage, keeps all attention on the stone.

Only a small fraction of the reviewed raw material makes it into the finished piece - each stone is selected for depth of colour and clarity of fibre. Such careful selection rarely comes at this price, especially as good stones continue to rise in price. It is set in refined sterling silver 925 of European quality - an alloy free from nickel and harmful metal impurities. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which guarantees the origin of the metal. In many cultures, tiger's eye has been associated with stability and inner strength - an association that sits well with an engagement ring.

For everyday wear, pair it with an oversized chunky jumper in oat or warm grey - the golden tone of the stone brings life to a muted background. With a loose scarf in an ivory shade, the cat's eye effect catches the eye with every gesture of the hand. This is a ring worn with conviction, not saved for occasions.