A tiger's eye cabochon on the palm reveals a silky sheen that glides across the surface of the stone like a narrow streak of light - jewellers call this the cat's eye effect. Golden-brown bands form a natural pattern, and rhodium silver surrounds them in a setting of clean, modern lines. This engagement ring has a very big, striking form - it sits well on the finger and draws the eye without unnecessary ornamentation. Tiger's eye has long been credited with symbolism of stability and inner balance, which takes on extra meaning in the context of an engagement.

A piece like this, with even patterning and deep colour, is easy to overlook - and hard to replace once gone, since a second one of similar character is not easy to find later. Silver and good natural stones get more expensive year after year, so deciding to buy now makes sense price-wise. At this price you get a solid cabochon and careful workmanship in refined European 925 silver that is no less in quality than pricier pieces. The rhodium coating the metal protects it from tarnishing and scratching, so the shine stays clear for years to come. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal responsible for allergies, so the ring does not irritate the skin. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the silver.

The ring fits well into weekend layered looks - under an oversized sweater in natural beige, with a light scarf tied around the neck and a calm palette of earth tones. The brown bands of the stone echo wool, suede and a leather bag, creating a cohesive, warm whole. On the hand, the ring keeps its clear, modern character, even in a simple, everyday outfit. This is jewelry to wear without any special occasion, though it works just as well as an engagement ring with an individual character.