Signet rings are big news for summer ... But the secret to their enduring appeal lies in their versatility. A silver style complements a more monochrome-based wardrobe and, as summer approaches ...

And if you're only choosing one, go for this oval tiger's eye sterling silver signet ... notice the ring, but it doesn’t take over your hand. Too small, and it disappears; too big, and it ...

"It has been a long time since they were worn purely by people with a family crest," says Daniella Draper, a contemporary jeweller who offers a modern collection of signet rings in silver and gold.