Warm, sunny amber sits at the centre of the composition, surrounded by a halo of sixteen small cubic zirconia stones that catch the light from every angle of the hand. The cabochon cut brings out the honeyed depth of the stone - within the amber you can see flashes of gold and amber-purple that shift shade with every gesture of the hand. This is fossilised resin, so its interior can be slightly cloudy, which only adds to its character. Amber has long been associated with sunny warmth and success, and the classic form of the ring together with the halo around the stone give the whole piece a calm, elegant rhythm.

Each amber for this design is selected individually, its colour and clarity checked against the light, so that at a reasonable price you get a stone of real character. Prices of silver and good natural stones are steadily rising, so buying this ring today makes sense price-wise. It is set in rhodium silver of refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal that protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, sparing you daily polishing. The alloy is free of nickel and other harmful additions, so the skin stays safe even with prolonged wear. The silver also bears the French maker's mark establishing the piece's origin, registered with the assay office in France.

This ring feels at home on a spring hand - worn with a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf in a delicate pattern and a light-coloured handbag, it builds a coherent, warm look. The amber draws the eye against beige and powder pink, while the cool grey of the silver balances its intensity. It also works well with a simple linen dress, when the hand is meant to stay the centre of attention. The sixteen cubic zirconia stones around the gem give the ring a delicate shimmer without excess, and its medium size means it sits securely and comfortably on the finger all day long.