The warm, honey-brown colour of tiger's eye settles into narrow bands that, thanks to the faceted cut, turn into a distinct cat's-eye effect - a bright streak glides across the stone's surface with every movement of the hand. The minimalist band keeps attention on this effect, so the solitaire form stays clean and calm. It works equally well as a stacking ring or an engagement piece - the simple shape suits both roles.

This particular stone was chosen for the intensity of its bands and the clarity of its surface, free of discolouration and cracks. Refined European silver forms a calm, cool backdrop for the stone's warm colour, and the 925 fineness confirms the purity of this alloy. Rhodium further protects the surface from tarnishing, so the shine stays bright for years to come. The metal is stamped with the French maker's mark, attesting its origin. Silver and good natural stones rise in price year on year, so buying this quality at this price makes sense today. Tiger's eye has long been associated with stability, which suits a ring of such a balanced form well.

For an evening out, the ring pairs well with a little black dress and a silk blouse - a hand wearing a simple solitaire draws the eye without needing extra accessories. It also works well with a single-button suit jacket, when you want to keep jewellery to one striking piece. At 2.0 g, the ring is barely noticeable on the finger, and the medium size of the stone keeps the hand light and free in movement.