The warm, golden-brown glow of tiger's eye settles into narrow bands that shift across the surface of the stone with every movement of the hand. This variety of quartz has a silky sheen that produces a chatoyant effect, a streak of light running across the faceted cut. Three tiger's eye stones are set in a simple, classic setting that does not distract from their pattern. Craftsmen once associated this stone with stability and renewal, while today it is valued simply for its distinctive, earthy tone.

Only a small part of the sorted raw material makes it into the ring - what matters is the arrangement of the bands and the depth of the shine, with the rest discarded at the selection stage. Silver prices are rising, and good stones of this type are becoming harder to find, so buying at today's price makes sense. Refined European sterling silver 925 is comfortable for sensitive skin, as it contains no nickel or other allergenic additives. A layer of rhodium protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine intact for a long time, and the metal bears the French maker's mark registered with the assay office. This multi-stone design also works well as a wedding ring, when a form that is classic yet distinctive is what you're after.

For everyday wear the ring looks good with a natural beige linen shirt or a loose cotton sweater, keeping the hand at the centre of attention in such an outfit. A sleeve rolled up to the elbow reveals the stone with every gesture, its brown bands echoing the natural tones of the fabric. Its small size means the ring sits close to the finger and doesn't get in the way of daily activities. It's a classic piece that can be worn just as easily to a wedding celebration as on an ordinary working day.