This tiger's eye engagement ring brings a vintage touch and a bold, warm character to a classic form. The cabochon gathers bands of colour ranging from honey to deep brown, and with every movement of the hand a narrow, silky band of light glides across the surface - the cat's-eye effect visible to the naked eye. Two small cubic zirconia stones on either side add sparkle without taking away from the main stone's role. Early craftsmen associated tiger's eye with the symbolism of stability and renewal, which fits well with the character of an engagement ring. The very big size gives the piece a confident, striking presence on the finger, without the lightness typical of delicate jewelry.

The stone for this piece was chosen so that the bands of colour run evenly across the whole surface of the cabochon, with no random discolouration. Silver and valuable stones are rising in price, and good specimens of tiger's eye are becoming scarcer on the market, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The piece is made of refined European sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium - thanks to this the surface keeps its shine longer and needs cleaning less often. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal responsible for most contact allergies, so the ring can be worn without worrying about irritation. The whole piece is finished with the French maker's mark, which attests the silver's origin and confirms its European quality.

The ring fits well into a understated, urban look - a beige trench coat, a cool grey turtleneck and simple, effortless accessories. In such an outfit, the warm colour of the tiger's eye draws the eye without the need for further ornament. It also works well for a coffee meeting or a walk through the city, when the hand stays naturally visible in gesture. The very big size and the weight of 6.3 grams give the ring a clear, confident presence on the finger.