Whats the difference between a factory-cast piece of silver and a piece that's been individually made? It becomes clear when you take this heavy silver ring in your hand. Originally set with mirrors, this Afghani ring has been remodelled, perhaps for a daughter, with genuine turquoise. The fine repousse detail, front and back, took a skilled hand and a great deal of patience, and for that you'll love this unique ring even more.

Those with an eye for a find will love this ring for more than just its beauty. Afghani women favoured rings that served a purpose and this mirrored ring was perfect for keeping an eye on the menfolk. Today it's appreciated for its handiwork and uniqueness. It's covered, back and front with richly detailed enamel in a deep shade of indigo. Slip it on and admire it (and your surroundings) from every angle.

India's love affair with beautiful design has produced some breathtaking pieces. Devoted, and extensively trained, craftspeople created jewels that the Western world now eagerly snaps up. Dating back to the Mughal period, this aristocratic style of ring often featured a mirror at the centre but this one's been set with a faceted crystal, making it a rare find. Following the Indian tradition, it's sized to fit the right thumb.

This romantic ring has a unique history making it a supremely heartfelt gesture or self-indulgence. It's a showpiece of fine handiwork, featuring a minutely detailed frame and repoussed reverse in 80% silver. The mirrored centrepiece reflects the wearers surroundings, bringing an added dimension of interest to this very individual ring.

From subdued grey to starry white, the shades of day and night are reflected in the mirror that's the centrepiece of this spectacular ring. The magnificently oversized mount rises regally from a band of 80% silver, hinting towards its aristocratic ancestry, this style was popular in the time of the Mughal Emperors, and you can see why. Finished with handmade charms, this Rajasthani ring is an undeniable show-stopper.

We've only just discovered the joys of vintage. But Rajasthani women have been recycling for centuries, having their favourite jewels remodelled by a village silversmith to pass on as an heirloom. Unlike some precious relics, this beautiful ring was never meant to be kept in a cabinet. The fascinatingly detailed setting (80% silver content) carries a round mirror, a style created for Moghul emperors, then continued by Indian women . . and now you. 

Having a ring especially commissioned and made for you, and nobody else, is a real privilege. The painstaking work that went into this ring tells you that it was made for a treasured wife or daughter. Made in Rajasthan (circa 1900), this sensational silver ring was originally set with a mirror in the middle. It was later adapted to new tastes with a smooth circle of turquoise. The hand-crafted silver detail makes this a truly unique piece of jewellery; though it wasn't created for you, it's now found you.

The interesting choice of centrepiece transforms your world into a work of art. Originally made in Multan in Pakistan, these exquisitely enamalled mirrored rings were popular in turn-of-the-century Afghanistan, where women used them to discreetly monitor comings and goings. This is a fine example, with an oversized mirror framed in pretty email champleve detailing. The snapshot in the mirror changes with your every movement.

From the deserts of Afghanistan and shrouded in mystery - this one of a kind piece of jewellery ties in with some of the seasons hottest trends. Whether biker chic or bohemian goddess, the elegant presence of this oversized beauty with more than a bit of rock and roll, is undeniably sexy.

Invest in a bold piece of exotic jewellery and inject some drama into your look. Double rings were deliciously sexy ornaments among families of the romantic desert state of Rajasthan at the turn of the 20th century. Recapture the moment with the seasons take on the tribal-trend and add edge to languid style with this statement silver ring.

In ancient India and up to recent times a personal seal on a ring was common and conveyed both authority, and it was thought, magical properties. This winged example from South India has had the seal removed many years ago and replaced with a deep blue square of glass. Sitting boldly above the fingers it speaks of a past history of dedicated service that has become an attractive and mysterious piece of jewellery. Simple in design yet strong in effect, this talismanic piece has an appealing quality that transcends time.

Featuring skilled granulation and filigree work this eye catching ring echos the bell shape of the birdcages kept by Afghan families over many centuries. Song birds would be kept in them to keep the sound of nature alive in people homes where they were very much loved and treasured possessions. The cages themselves were often works of art in themselves and inspired many popular jewellery designs in the Central Asian region.

From the heart of the deserts of Afghanistan where the Kuchi nomads have crisscrossed the ancient silk road caravan routes since time immemorial comes this fantastic uplifting ring. In contrast to the surrounding dry landscapes the Kuchi made their jewellery alive and vivacious with colour. Set with bright pink stones in an age old design that looks up to date today, this wonderful ring will create a stir whenever you wear it.

Project a luxe hippie vibe with a gorgeous and whimsical silver ring from Rajasthan inspired by the jewellery of the courts of the Moghul Emporers from the middle ages. The artist craftsman has used the ancient skills of both filigree and granulation to create an eye-catching design reminiscent of the wheel of life so prevalent in Indian iconography and topped it off with a red glass cabochon.