the tiger's eye cabochon in this ring shimmers with bands of gold and brown that shift across the stone's surface like a narrow beam of light - this is the cat's eye effect characteristic of this quartz variety. the smooth cabochon cut brings out that silky sheen and lets it move from a honeyed glow to a deep dark purple depending on the angle it's viewed from. the modern, very big form makes the stone the true focus of the hand, rather than just an accent to it. in many traditions tiger's eye has been linked to stability and inner balance, which suits the character of a wedding and engagement ring well.

the stones for this piece were chosen so that colour and pattern stay even across the whole cabochon, without random discolouration. the price of silver and of good natural stones rises year after year, so this level of careful selection at this price is a sensible choice today. the ring is made of refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a layer of rhodium - this metal protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine clear for a long time. the alloy contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so wearing it every day doesn't irritate the skin. the piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the metal.

for the office, the ring pairs well with a smooth shirt and a classic blazer in muted tones - graphite, beige, navy. the warm glow of the cabochon draws the eye precisely against such calm colours, with no need for extra jewellery on the hand. as an engagement or wedding ring, it also works well with a simple, fitted dress, where the large form and the play of light in the stone speak to the wearer's character more than a small, classic diamond would.