The amber cabochon in this ring plays with a warm, honey glow that shifts shade with every gesture of the hand - from pale gold to a deeper, saturated hue. Amber is fossilised resin, not an ordinary stone pulled from the earth, and it's precisely this organic history that gives it such a lively, irregular play of light. In old beliefs it was linked to solar warmth and success, which makes it a fitting choice for an engagement and wedding ring. The modern, simple band doesn't draw attention away from the stone - the whole form stays light and focused around one striking centrepiece.to overldo.

A specimen of amber like this, with such a clear colour and distinct pattern, is easy to overlook, yet a comparable one is hard to find again. Silver and precious metals are rising in price, and good stones of this calibre are only becoming scarcer, so buying now makes financial sense. The cabochon is set in refined European silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal resistant to scratching, which keeps the shine lasting long while the surface stays free of tarnish. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal most often responsible for skin reactions, so the ring causes no irritation. The French maker's mark on the piece attests to the quality and origin of the precious metal.

This engagement and wedding ring pairs well with a spring look: a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf in warm tones and a light-coloured handbag. Deep purple and cool grey in an outfit further bring out the honey tone of the stone, which catches the eye without needing extra ornamentation. The medium size makes the ring comfortable to wear both day to day and for special occasions, and at 1.7 grams it feels almost weightless on the hand.