The Golden Eye

Susan Bell

"While traveling in Ecuador I became fascinated by the jewelry worn by the indigenous women of villages in the high Andes. These women have a highly developed sense of style, steeped in tradition. Their community and familial pride is expressed in their dress, and their jewelry signifies their wealth and status.

The Spanish brought their techniques of goldsmithing with them when they colonized South America in the late 16th century. There they found a native culture with highly developed metalworking techniques of its own that readily absorbed the Spanish filigree technique. This craft of great refinement has evolved over four hundred years.

In the lovely colonial town of Cuenca I met Jorge Moscoso, a wonderfully sophisticated master jeweler, who was able to help find other jewelers still skilled in these techniques. Jorge helped me realize my dream of bringing this unusual jewelry to the United States and beyond. I am deeply committed to the development of the Belle line for the benefit of these marvelous craftsmen."

Johanna Berge

Johanna was born and raised in Lake City, Minnesota on the Mississippi River. For most of her life, she has been immersed in her role as a mother, and her career as a physical therapist.

Johanna is an avid fan of the outdoors and derives much fulfillment from hiking, cross country skiing, mountain biking, and spending time with her animals. The harmony and balance of nature inspired her to begin working with precious stones and metals. A trip to the Argyle mine in Australia left her enamored with natural colored diamonds. Her travels to the Middle East added an earthy opulence to her striking designs.

Although Johanna's intention was to express her joy and creativity through her jewelry and share it with a select few, others soon noticed her designs and asked to buy the items she was wearing. Johanna's business grew rapidly by word of mouth and now she finds herself, much to her delight, a full time artist.

Rhodolite Garnet Aphrodite Bracelet

Every element of this passionate extravaganza is a paean to beauty...luscious rhodolite garnet cabochons 13.58 ctw. from Tanzania are bezel set in intricate 18kt gold frames, embellished with white diamonds .80 ctw. and finished with a bejeweled beaded toggle.

Approximate length: 7"

Spanish Market

Every July, the streets of downtown fill with traditional and contemporary Spanish art...a feast for the eyes.

Gold Hoops and Gold Beaded Hoops

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Our 18kt gold hoops can be worn alone or as a foundation for drops. We also offer hanger studs that are fitted with gold wires that accommodate a variety of drops.

Spanish Cross Drops

Four hearts and a cross add up to a beautifully evocative pair of 18kt gold drops. They work well as a backdrop, and look striking on their own.

Approximate length: .875 "

Ruby and Diamond Beaded Eclipse Drops

When you need an upscale drop with range, our 18kt gold Ruby .08 ctw. and Diamond .06 ctw. Beaded Eclipse Drops serve admirably, alone or as a layering piece.

Approximate length: .3125"

Amalfi Cross Drops

Bold and romantic, the 18kt gold Amalfi Cross Drops will take you anywhere you want to go.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Brown and White Diamond Beaded Eclipse Drops

We packed a lot of luxury into a small bijou...brown diamond .08 ctw. Eclipse Drops are highlighted with white diamonds .06 and gold beads...in rich 18kt gold, to layer or stand alone (also available in white diamonds).

Approximate length: .3125"

Aquamarine Riviera Briolettes

The teardrop, a graceful shape that never goes out of style, shows up here in not-so-innocent baby blue aquamarine ctw. rose cut briolettes 13.61...18kt gold beaded Riviera tops confirm the fact that you have the right to look this good.

Approximate length: .825"

Narrow Beaded Hoops II

Our 18kt gold Narrow Beaded Hoops II provide a wonderful foundation for our Ear-rangements, or a distinctive look on their own.

Approximate diameter: .625"

Narrow Beaded Hoops

Our 18kt gold Narrow Beaded Hoops provide a wonderful foundation for our Ear-rangements, or a distinctive look on their own.

Approximate diameter: .5"

Diamond Santa Fe Cross Bracelet

We have a special place in our hearts for the iconic Santa Fe Cross and now you can have a special place on your wrist...eight 18kt gold crosses are studded with diamonds .40 ctw., linked with double jump rings, and finished with a luxurious lobster claw clasp.

Approximate length: 7.5"
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Mandarin Garnet Beaded Necklace

Brilliant mandarin garnet beads 125 ctw. look divine with five lush stations fashioned with 18kt gold beads and 22kt gold diamond rondelles.

Approximate length: 18"

Mauve Pearl Starfish Pendant

A beaded 18kt gold starfish clasps a tantalizing mauve pearl to bring out the siren in you.

Approximate length: 1"

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Spanish Cross Pendant

Our classically beautiful 18kt gold Sophia's Cross features four hearts embedded in the time-honored symbol of love, compassion, and fellowship.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Santa Fe Cross Pendant

Full of character and spirit, just like our beloved town, the 18kt gold and diamond .045 ctw. Santa Fe Cross Pendant generates plenty of enchantment!

Approximate length: .875"

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Gold Amalfi Cross Pendant

The 18kt gold Amalfi Cross Pendant has the antique look we love...you will be hard pressed to find a reason to ever take it off.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Ethiopian Opal Sophia's Cross Pendant

A smoldering Ethiopian hydrophane opal .79 cts. in rousing shades of orange, brown, and green is the centerpiece for Sophia's Cross in 22kt gold and sterling silver.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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White Diamond Silvio's Cross Pendant

Silvio's Cross finds favor in 18kt gold with clean white diamonds .24 ctw.

Approximate length: 1"

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Ruby Sophia's Cross

A regal ruby cabochon is attended by four smaller cabs 3.31 ctw. and a quartet of glimmering white diamonds .12 ctw. in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Tsavorite Silvio's Cross Pendant

An heirloom piece with fine lines, distinctive details, and the unbeatable combination of sumptuous tsavorite garnet .95 cts. and shining white diamonds .24 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Cognac and White Diamond Sophia's Cross

Sophia looks lovely dressed in a rose cut cognac diamond .56 cts. accompanied by a bevy of cognac .28 ctw. and white .16 ctw. diamonds in satiny 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Ardoxsho Coin Pendant

The Kushan Empire in what is now northern India is the source of this Ardoxsho coin which we have reproduced in sterling silver. Ardoxsho, goddess of wealth, is backed with a Shaka king who ruled circa 325-345 A.D. The coin is bezeled and beaded in 18kt gold.

Approximate diameter: .75"

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Opal Andromeda Multiverse Pendant

This one puts the drama in Andromeda...coruscating guacamaya hues swirl inside an Australian opal 5.21 cts. in a 22kt gold bezel mounted on a blackened sterling silver shield...the shield is secured with a beaded 22kt gold frame punctuated with 22kt gold and diamond .26 ctw. stations...who needs force when you can have power?

Approximate length: 2"

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Sonoran Turquoise Pendant

Striking topography distinguishes a blue-green Sonoran turquoise 13 cts. oval with copper matrix, accentuated with a simple beaded 18kt gold frame.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Coptic Cross Earrings

The ancient Ethiopian cross is the inspiration for our Coptic Cross Earrings. Fashioned from 18kt gold and set with red rubies, they are substantial in size but intentionally balanced to be very comfortable.

Approximate length: 1.625"

Green Tourmaline Maltese Cross

Oxidized silver and 22kt gold provide the backdrop for a green tourmaline cabochon 3.7 ctw. surrounded by faceted blue green tourmalines.17 ctw. in a fabulous incarnation of our Maltese Cross.

Approximate length: 1.75"

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Square Rose Cut Damascus Cross

Square rose cut diamonds bezel set around a circular center stone 1.62 ctw., adorned with champagne diamonds in 18kt gold make this regal cross a true heirloom piece.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Ethiopian Opal Ashanti Cross

Exotic and mysterious, our Ashanti Cross is made with oxidized sterling silver and 22kt gold and fitted with multi-colored Ethiopian opals...wire-wrapped sugar opals dangle below for extra allure.

Approximate length: 2.5"

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Lone Mountain Beaded Turquoise Ring

Beauteous gold beads and bright white diamonds .03 ctw. frame a celestial piece of Lone Mountain turquoise 5.3 cts. in 18kt gold.

Turquoise and Diamond Sophia's Cross

Sophia looks irresistible in lively domestic turquoise 1.95 cts. and clean white diamonds .16 ctw. framed in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Indicolite Tourmaline Beaded Teardrops

What is it about women and blue-green? Is it our affinity for mermaids...our appreciation for ambiguity...or the fact that this color is flattering on absolutely everybody??? Voluptuous indicolite teardrop cabochons 12.13 ctw. are crowned with bezel set white diamonds .18 ctw. and gold beads...all in lustrous 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1"

Chrysoprase Oval Drops 1

Utopian green chrysoprase 19 ctw. is bezeled and beaded in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1"

Ethiopian Opal Reflecting Pool Ring

Layers of tangerine, violet, turquoise, and lime echo through a distinctive Ethiopian opal lozenge secured by tiny diamond-studded .04 ctw. prongs...a 22kt gold bezel is adorned with Minoan scroll work and tiny demantoid garnet .08 ctw. stars, atop beaded chapiters...a generous tapered shank creates a seamless fit.

Rose Cut Diamond Titania Drops

Our Titania Drops look like treasures found in the jewelry box of a Byzantine noblewoman...espresso rose cut diamonds 5.54 ctw. are bezeled and beaded in rich 22kt gold and accented with shining white diamonds .12 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Opal and Diamond Knockout Drops

Brilliant rose cut Mexican opals 6.5 ctw. are bezeled and beaded in 22kt gold and backed in 18kt gold...shimmering diamond kites beckon flirtatiously.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Coral Sconce Pendant

An heirloom piece if we ever did see one...pure elegance resides in a lavish oval of Mediterranean coral 16 cts. dressed in a simple beaded frame...topped and tailed with brilliant white diamonds .30 ctw.

Approximate length:2"

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The Alexandra Ring

Named for the Empress of Russia, wife of Czar Nicholas II, the Alexandra Ring ring is worthy of a monarch.

A 5.56 ct. rose cut grey diamond is set in 18kt gold and encircled with shimmering white diamonds .57 ctw...a ribbed and beaded 18kt gold shank adds elegance.

Norah Pierson's Rose Cut Moonstone Drops

Vintage treasures from the vaults...Norah Pierson's Rose Cut Moonstone Drops epitomize the best of classic Hollywood glamor...opulent moonstone ovals rest in gleaming 18kt gold frames...scintillating white diamonds .28 ctw. shine strategically...fancy beaded bails are hinged for some serious sashay...gold-capped moonstone briolettes pick up the shimmy.

Approximate length: 2"



All proceeds will benefit The Wildlife Center, The Raptor Center, Heart & Soul Animal Sanctuary, Felines and Friends New Mexico, and Kindred Spirits Animal Sanctuary.

Citrine Astarte Pendant

A pendant of majestic proportions arrives in the form of the 18kt gold Astarte Pendant, named for the Phoenician goddess of love...a sensational citrine cabochon 42 cts. points to the heart, topped with pistachio demantoid garnets .28 ctw. and gerbera orange sapphires .14 ctw....a powerful cat's eye tourmaline 8.44 cts. sits in a golden frame, finished with
an opulent, beaded bail.

Approximate length:2.25"

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Chrysocolla Mykonos Earrings

Designed and created for Elizabeth Taylor by Norah Pierson, her beaded chrysocolla earrings in 18kt gold were an auction highlight at Christie's in 2011.

Red Feldspar Timpani Pendant

It's not just the drum, it's the whole orchestra! A spectacular red zinfandel feldspar 19.76 cts. is encircled in bright orange sapphires .67 ctw. and velvety garnets 1.2 ctw., bezel set in 18kt gold...the frame is suspended from a golden crescent moon that holds a bezeled and beaded garnet at its center.

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Sapphire Beaded Coil Ring

A light blue sapphire softly shines from the center of our 18kt gold Beaded Coil Ring.

Beaded Black Diamond Signet Ring

A well-proportioned black diamond 4.45 cts. rose cut oval sits in an 18kt gold throne, flanked with gleaming rows of gold beads.

Diamond Braid Band Ring

Sparkling white diamonds .28 ctw. are bezeled and beaded in 18kt gold in this handcrafted band with plenty of frills...it's as pretty as a wedding cake!

Size: 7.5

Angelica Band

Beaded 22kt bands are studded with white diamonds .16 ctw. for a lavish, old world look.

Size 8 and above, please call for pricing.