The amber cabochon in this signet ring has a rich, honey colour with a warm amber glow that shifts shade with every movement of the hand. The cabochon cut brings out the depth of the material without breaking it up into facets - light enters the amber and settles somewhere inside instead of scattering across the surface. The simple, wide band in signet form has a minimalist, modern outline, free of unnecessary embellishment, so all attention stays on the stone. In old-world craft, amber was associated with sunny warmth and success, which suits the character of this piece well.

We assess every piece of amber before setting it, checking the colour and clarity of the resin, since this determines the final effect on the finger. Amber is fossilised resin, a natural material that is increasingly hard to source in good quality, and the prices of silver and precious metals keep rising steadily, so buying a ring like this makes sense price-wise today. The signet ring is made in vermeil technique - a thick layer of 18-carat gold is applied over a core of refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives, so it is gold, not silver, that touches the skin, meaning it can be worn without worrying about irritation. Compliance with the vermeil standard is confirmed by the stamped V mark, while the French maker's mark struck on the piece attests the origin of the metal.

In summer, this signet ring pairs well with a linen dress in light beige or ecru, where the honey-toned amber brings warmth to a muted outfit palette. It also works with a cotton shirt with a rolled-up sleeve and with simple gold bracelets worn on the same hand. Its small size means the signet ring sits comfortably on the finger and works both for everyday wear and for an evening out in a light summer look.