Retro and striking, this engagement ring carries the rich, honeyed glow of amber. The cabochon isn't a flat, even surface - turn your hand and tiny glints appear inside it, as if the light slipped deeper into the resin and returned at a different angle. Amber isn't a mineral but fossilised resin, so every piece has its own distinct pattern of colour. The large, bold setting and the clearly defined band bring back a vintage spirit, with none of that overly delicate, sugary look - this is a ring meant to be felt on the hand.

We select the stone for this design one by one, examining its colour and clarity against the light until we find a piece with just the right depth of tone. For generations amber has been linked with sunny warmth and good fortune, which is why it is sometimes chosen for an engagement ring as a symbol of a promising start. Silver and fine amber are both rising in price, and stones with a clear, rich colour are getting harder to find, so a piece this well finished at this price is a sound choice today. The rhodium plating keeps the silver's bright shine for years to come and protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches. The refined European 925 silver has a clean alloy, free of nickel and harmful additives, so the metal is gentle on the skin. On the piece you'll find the French maker's mark - attesting to the origin of the silver.

In summer this ring looks good on a hand emerging from the sleeve of a linen dress in sand or ecru - the honeyed tone of the amber pairs beautifully with natural fabrics and a light palette. With a simple summer outfit, it's the amber that catches the eye as the hand lifts in a gesture or holds a glass. The stone's large size means the ring holds its own even alongside more understated jewellery on the other hand. This is a piece for an engagement meant to be remembered for the stone itself, not the label.