The Golden Eye

Opal and Diamond Doublet Drops

Flickering blues and greens animate our Boulder opal doublets, enrobed in 18kt and 22kt gold and crowned with glimmering semi-circles of white diamonds .20 ctw. and gold beads.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Hawk Earrings

Our 18kt Hawk Earrings, rendered in exquisite detail, are modeled after designs found in Egyptian iconography.

Approximate size: .625" x 1.25"

Opal and Tourmaline

Water, sky, fire, and rainbows...all of these elements of nature seem to be embodied in the magnificent opal.

The opal is October's birthstone.

The Australian aborigines tell the story of the Creator coming down to earth from heaven on a rainbow to bring the message of peace to humans. Where his feet touched the ground, it became alive with opalescent color.

It is a fact that 95% of the world's opals are mined in the outback of Australia.

Opals are composed of a mineraloid gel, a mineral-like substance that does not demonstrate crystallinity as most gems do. Deposited in rock fissures, such as limonite, sandstone, or basalt, the small spheres of gel cause interference and refraction manifestations, resulting in the unique color play of the opal.

The opal is made up of at least 3% water, but can have a water content as high as 20%. It can become brittle when stored dry, and the color play may pale when exposed to heat for a long period. It is best to wear your opals regularly. They need to absorb the humidity from the air and the skin. They are rated a 5.5-6 on the Mohs scale, so caution is needed in order to avoid stress and abrasion to the stone.

Ethiopian Hydrophane opals have a different relationship with humidity and oils. They are happiest when they have less contact with skin oils and perspiration.

The tourmaline is also recognized as a birthstone for October. It may be a good alternative for the person who wants to wear their jewelry a little harder . The tourmaline is 7-7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it a very durable stone.

The word tourmaline means "stone with mixed color." They are found in nature in virtually every hue of the rainbow, often with multiple colors in the same stone. The watermelon tourmaline, with three distinct colors, is one of the most fascinating specimens.

Mined mainly in Brazil and Africa, tourmaline is one of the most utilized stones in jewelry today. Rubellite describes a deep red tourmaline, Paraiba, an intense blue green, and Canary, a golden yellow. No two tourmalines are exactly alike, making them a perfect choice for one-of-a-kind pieces.

Legend has classified the tourmaline as the stone of love and friendship, rendering them firm and lasting.

Montana Sapphire Zandra Ring

The 18kt gold Zandra Ring features a tempestuous rose cut dichroic Montana sapphire 1.8 cts. in a triple-banded 18kt gold mounting with white diamond .06 ctw. flanks.

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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Rose Cut Brown Diamond Heart Drops

Hypnotic light emanates from rose cut brown diamonds 8.66 ctw. set in 18kt gold embellished with white diamonds.

Approximate length: 1"

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"

The Last Wave Boulder Opal Ring

Carved by Norah Pierson, this one-of-a-kind ring makes a big splash with a remarkable natural boulder opal from Australia.

Boulder Opal Earrings

Spectacular boulder opals are set in a one-of-a kind design in 18kt gold by Norah Pierson...unbelievable color, fire and luster in these stones!

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.

Reflecting Bowl Opal Ring

Get ready for some serious gem-gazing...a riotous pastel Brazilian opal 2.63 cts. seated in an 18kt white gold reflecting bowl is tipped and tailed with celery-colored demantoid garnets .04 ctw. and semi-circled with glittering diamonds .14 ctw....this fabulous confection is lofted by sculpted petals and shanked with heady swirls of 18kt yellow gold.

Pear-shaped Emerald and Diamond Ring

A very special client asked us to design a ring around her fabulous pear-shaped emerald. We gave the luscious gem a prong setting with a halo of diamond melee spilling over into the rim. Diamond-studded buttresses rise up from the shank to the bezel. The underside of the ring boasts an 18kt gold bridge studded with, you guessed it...diamonds. Needless to say, this ring looks great both on and off the finger!

Opal Hydrophane Coventina Drops

Our 18kt gold Opal Coventina Drops rule the waters with asymmetrical opal hydrophanes from Ethiopia 14.098 ctw. and glistening white diamonds .60 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.75"

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.

Tiered Opal Manina Earrings

These stunning 18kt gold and Boulder opal earrings were custom designed and created by Norah Pierson for Elizabeth Taylor. They were sold at auction through Christie's in 2011.

Paraiba Tourmaline Scroll Ring

A special client commissioned a ring to highlight a spectacular Paraiba tourmaline 9.26 cts. reminiscent of the Aegean Sea. We set the stone in a 22kt gold bezel with a lavish diamond halo and mounted it on an 18kt gold scrolled shank with diamonds .67 ctw.

Black Diamond Oval Dome Ring

This ring does for your hand what high heels do for your legs...can you picture it? A bountiful rose cut black diamond 23.02 cts. needs absolutely nothing apart from its smooth 22kt gold frame and a wearer who is unafraid to make a statement.

Ethiopian Opal Andromeda Pendant

An astounding Ethiopian opal 3.99 cts. displays fiery orange, soft peach, lime green, cornflower blue, scarlet, lemon yellow, and a few shades in between...the frame for this stunner is composed of white diamonds .40 ctw. and orange sapphires .46 ctw. in 18kt gold. No mere mortal shall usurp your rule, Goddess, when this bauble is around your neck!

Approximate length: 1.25

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Colorburst Dome Ring

A dazzling web of color animates our 18kt gold Colorburst Dome Ring with a 1.15 ct. tsavorite garnet centerpiece amplified by golden rays of orange, purple, and pink sapphires .24 ctw., demantoid garnets .09 ctw., and white diamonds .16 ctw.

Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring

A blue zircon and diamond ring was commissioned by a very special customer. Diamonds bubble up from all sides of an ornate 18kt gold shank. A glistening diamond halo cradles an exceptional blue velvet zircon fitted with rounded double prongs.

Opal Mandala Pendant

Sublime radial balance expressed in 18kt gold, white diamonds .40 ctw., demantoid garnets .10 ctw., and a mesmerizing Ethiopian opal 1.6 cts.

Approximate length: 1.5"


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Azalea Ring

One of the most exciting rings to ever grace our cases! Gorgeous multicolor tourmalines form the petals of the exquisite 18kt gold Azalea Ring.

Tourmaline Verdana Ring

Starting with a lush blue green tourmaline 7.36 cts. that just won't quit and ending with a halo of demantoid garnets 1.05 ctw. and diamonds .24 ctw., the 18kt gold Verdana Ring might just be the charmer of the year!

Sunstone Dome Ring

Twinkling natural copper and hematite crystals provide the iridescence in this beautiful Oregon sunstone ring. The ten carat cabochon is set in 18kt gold and graced with additional sunstones and diamonds below the rim.

Elemental Swing Ring

Designed by the inimitable Norah Pierson, the 18kt gold Elemental Swing Ring boasts a 33.67 ct. rubellite tourmaline, two swinging tanzanite teardrops, artful pave diamond .26 ctw. inlays, and two palm-side rubies .36 ctw.

Moonstone Titania Ring

Glory is in bloom, as evidenced by our 18kt gold Moonstone 4.72 cts. Titania Ring, encircled with glittering white diamonds .53 ctw.

Moonstone Moorish Tapestry Ring

Straight from Scheherazade's manicured finger comes the Moorish Tapestry Ring with a sensational blue moonstone 13.30 cts. and scintillating demantoid garnets, set into an ornate 18kt gold bezel and shank.

Bombay Sapphire Ring

An Art Deco marvel, our Bombay Sapphire Ring is superbly built in 18kt gold with a cornflower blue sapphire 4.49 cts., white diamonds .08 ctw., and fine granulation.

Honeycomb Ring

A most spectacular 51.46 ct. honey-colored golden beryl is at the center of this intricate ring designed by Amy Bertelli.
The sides of the honeycomb are embellished with tiny buzzing bees and andradite garnets...all in a combination of 18kt and 22kt gold.

Emerald Cabochon Scallop Ring

The 22kt gold Scallop Ring, designed and carved by Norah Pierson, features a bottomless emerald cabochon framed by twinkling white diamonds.

Ethiopian Opal Vanity Drops

It might be difficult to tear yourself away from the mirror once you put on our 18kt gold Ethiopian hydrophane opal 6.28 ctw. and diamond .24 ctw. Vanity Drops!

Approximate length: 1.125"

Rutillated Quartz Eclipse Ring

Fascinating patterns enliven the rutillated center of our Eclipse Ring...its heavy 18kt gold bezel is scored and textured, and studded with Mali garnets .61 ctw. and cognac diamonds .16 ctw...the handsome shank is contoured to fit between your fingers like a glove.

Opal Seascape Earrings

Deep Caribbean blue swirls through vibrant Boulder opals set in 18kt gold and punctuated with bright white diamonds .18 ctw.

Padparadscha and Diamond Ring

Here's a dream of a custom ring in 18kt gold....one of the rarest of sapphires gets the royal treatment with a fancy diamond halo and diamond buttresses. Padparadscha is the Sanskrit word used to represent the color of a tropical lotus flower.

Constanza Ring

Constanza was designed in 18kt gold as an engagement ring for a client. A square cut, 1.3 carat diamond is the centerpiece, with cognac diamond accents on the shank.

Classic Black and Gold Stack

Opulent 22kt peened bands flank a rose cut 22kt gold black diamond 4.67 cts. ring.

From top:

R1118L Ladies' Wide Peened 22kt Gold Band
KB559 Black Diamond 22kt Gold Ring
R1118G Gent's Wide Peened 22kt Gold Band

Raindrop Stack

The gentle cheer of spring rain comes to life in this glistening pastel stack-up.

From top:

ION018 White Diamond Platinum Eternity Band
RC476 Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
RC468 Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
RR0102 Diamond 18kt Gold Eternity Band
RC470 Blue Star Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
ION016 Natural Pink Diamond Platinum Eternity Band
RC469 Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring

Cognac Diamond Circle of Wreaths Ring

The natural warmth of a cognac diamond .20 cts. lends a taste of honey to our 18kt gold Circle of Wreaths Ring.

Annie Alligator Ring

Annie Alligator is handcrafted from 18kt gold and has dazzling opal eyes...she is sure to amuse and enchant the wearer.

Water Sprite Ring

The velocity of water expresses itself well in this joyous 18kt gold ring with white diamonds .12 ctw.

Triple Ouroboros Ring

This iconic design was first seen in Egypt in 1300 B.C. The serpent eating its tail represents the eternal nature of creation. Our Ouroboros Ring is crafted from 18kt gold.

Sapphire Circle of Wreaths Ring

Our much-loved 18kt gold Circle of Wreaths Ring is the setting for a deep blue sapphire .21 cts. that beams with old world charm.

Buff Top Rectangle Sapphire Ring

The pull of a bottomless sapphire 1.2 cts. in a satiny 18kt gold bezel will turn this ring into a favorite...to stack or enjoy on its own.

Narrow Ripple Ring

Dunes and tides come to mind within the organic lines of our 18kt gold Narrow Ripple Ring.

Ruby Hugs and Kisses Ring

Subtle, refined, passionate...sounds like an intriguing dating profile, doesn't it, but it's the 18kt gold Ruby Hugs and Kisses Ring with ruby .24 ctw. hugs and pave diamond .18 ctw. kisses...an instant classic!

Faceted Yellow Diamond Ring

Our 18kt gold Faceted Yellow Diamond 1.22 cts. Be Mine Ring was born to shimmer...a perfect stand alone and a fab stacker!

Wild Horse Ring

The 18kt gold Wild Horse Ring captures the true spirit of the West. These bands are very comfortable, perfect for active lifestyles.

Hawk Ring

The 18kt gold Hawk Ring elicits the mystery of ancient Egypt. The intricate detail on this piece gives it a powerful appeal.

Circle of Wreaths Ring

Our 18kt gold Circle of Wreaths Ring has a Renaissance appeal.

Peruvian Lily Diamond Ring

Truly a ring to swan around in! This 18kt gold band blooms with just under 2 carats of diamonds...an oval rose cut center cognac diamond .95 cts., four princess cut champagne diamonds .36 ctw., and eight white rounds .64 ctw. combine for some highbrow sparkle!