This tiger's eye ring pairs a modern, lightweight band with a stone of warm, golden-brown colour. The cabochon holds a narrow, silky band of light that shifts across the surface with every movement of the hand - the chatoyancy effect characteristic of this quartz variety. Craftsmen in old jewellery workshops associated this stone with stability and renewal, which is why it is sometimes chosen for an engagement and wedding ring - as a gesture marking a lasting beginning.

Each stone is assessed before it is set, checking the depth of colour and the clarity of the light band before it is placed into the silver. Prices of silver and other precious metals are rising, and good stones of this class are becoming harder to source, so buying at this price makes sense now. The band is made of refined silver of European quality, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects against tarnishing and scratches - keeping the shine lasting longer and sparing the ring from frequent cleaning. The 925 hallmark confirms the purity of the alloy, free from nickel and harmful additives, while the maker's mark registered with the French assay office attests to the origin of the metal.

The small, delicate cabochon sits well with the gesture of an open hand - it looks lovely with a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf tied loosely at the neck and a light-coloured handbag, in a typically spring-time look. The warm colour of the tiger's eye brings out the muted, powdery tones of the coat and pairs well with a golden accent on shoes or a watch. This ring wears naturally, as a daily reminder of an engagement or wedding, not just for special occasions.