The warm, honey-brown colour of the tiger's eye settles into bands that the cabochon draws together into a single narrow, silky flash of light - this is the cat's eye effect, clearly visible with every movement of the hand. The retro silhouette of the ring, with its bold, sculpted band, recalls the shapes typical of vintage wedding and engagement jewellery. The very big size of the stone means the ring sits well on the hand and catches the eye whenever the hand moves.

Every stone is examined under light before being set, checking that the bands in the quartz line up evenly and that the shine is clear - which is why, at this price, you get a stone of genuinely good quality. Silver and good natural stones get more expensive year after year, so buying a ring like this today makes sense price-wise. It is set in refined European 925 silver, coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts a long time. The alloy is pure, free of allergenic metal additives, so the ring can be worn without worrying about irritation. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which guarantees the metal's origin.

In a total-black outfit, the tiger's eye works like a warm point of light - a black turtleneck or a simple black blouse brings this out best, since the stone's brown and honey tones stand out against deep black. It also pairs well with a leather jacket and dark, understated accessories, where the retro form of the band adds character without excess ornament. As a wedding or engagement ring, tiger's eye has long been associated with stability and renewal, which suits this occasion well. The very big size of the stone and the weight of 6.1 grams give it a distinct, confident presence on the finger.