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"

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.

Ethiopian Hydrophane Opal Necklace 24"

A luxuriously long strand of Ethiopian opals is subtly graduated, and punctuated with 22kt gold rondelles.

Approximate length: 24"

The Illuminating Lens Necklace

Incandescence animates an Ethiopian opal orb in a sapphire-encrusted .84 ctw. 18kt gold frame, suspended from a crescent moon bail that boasts an orange sapphire flanked by two glittering diamonds .06 ctw....layers of 18kt gold and opal beads echo the swirling apricot chromatics of the pendant.

Approximate length (pendant): 1.75"

Approximate length (necklace): 18"

Amethyst Tapestry Pendant

Grapey amethyst 8.8 cts. looks grand in a pyramid-cut cabochon framed in18kt gold and decked with demantoid garnets .48 ctw., orange sapphires .24 ctw., and white diamonds .24 ctw. The back of the pendant features an 18kt gold primrose with a diamond center.

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Ethiopian Opal Batu Pendant

Named for one of the highest peaks in Ethiopia, our Ethiopian hydrophane opal 16.9 cts. Batu Pendant exhibits electric swatches of tangerine, lime, and lemon...an ornate 18kt gold frame is embellished with gold beads and bezel set diamonds .45 ctw. , including a hinged bail with its own glittering diamond.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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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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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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Kingman Turquoise Andromeda Pendant

Pale green demantoid garnets .06 ctw. and color-saturated Kingman turquoise 7.25 cts. offer a refreshing color combination amplified by crisp white diamond melee .15 ctw. in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Lapis Andromeda Pendant

Lapis lazuli has been revered as an ornamental gem for at least 65,000 years. Cleopatra used to apply the ground powder as an eye shadow...this mystical piece of natural surface lapis 18 cts. is bezeled and bailed with diamond melee .83 ctw. and crested with a celery demantoid garnet .15 cts...the back of the stone is held in the snug embrace of 18kt gold corsetry.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Sugilite Baroque Frame Pendant

Here's a pendant you'll want to have your portrait painted in...a piece of French violet sugilite 10.59 cts. rests in an 18kt gold frame bejeweled with luscious spinels .68 ctw., orange sapphires .88 ctw., and twinkling demantoid garnets .24 ctw...the back of the pendant is adorned with a rising sun centered with a shining white diamond .05 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.75"

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Blackstar Diamond Pendant

A rose cut black diamond 12.4 ctw. possesses perfect aplomb in an 18kt gold frame studded with gold beads and brilliant white diamonds .40 ctw....the flip side of the pendant features a ruby cabochon .3 cts. at the center of an eight-pointed star.

Approximate length: 1"

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Turquoise Turtle Shell Pendant

The turtle shell, so exquisitely formed, is emblematic of Mother Earth. Many Native Americans revere turtles and some refer to North America as Turtle Island. This version of our Turtle Shell Pendant is made from vibrant 18kt gold and sterling silver; the underside of the shell is a reflector bowl, magnifying the beauty of a prong set natural domestic turquoise 7 cts.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Small Open Heart Pendant

Small, yes, but just as heartful, Susan Sims' 22kt gold Small Open Heart Pendant charms as a stand alone or layered with other necklaces.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Star of David Pendant

Our 18kt gold Star of David Pendant is a soulful stand-alone and also a striking layering piece.

Approximate length: .75"

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Sapphire Aphrodite Pendant

It's easy to see why rich blue sapphires 1.10 cts. stand the test of time, especially when paired with glittering diamonds .10 ctw. in our majestic 18kt gold Aphrodite Pendant.

Approximate length: 1"

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Diamond Star of David Pendant

Twinkling stars from ancient skies glisten in our 18kt gold Star of David Pendant with diamonds .04 ctw.

Approximate length .75"

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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 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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Ethiopian Opal Shield Pendant

There is no mistaking the power in this piece. A spellbinding Ethiopian opal 10.52 cts. is flanked by sparkling white diamonds .10 ctw. and crowned with purple sapphires .05 ctw., tsavorite garnets .02 ctw., and a verdant Paraiba tourmaline .50 cts.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Ethiopian Opal Pendant

Spectacular Ethiopian opals 17.49 ctw. are framed in 22kt gold and ornamented with sea foam Paraiba tourmalines .17 ctw., demantoid garnets .04 ctw., and white diamonds .04 ctw.

Approximate length: 2.25"

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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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Opal Soleil Pendant

A Mexican opal 7 cts. delivers on its orange promise...a diamond .80 ctw. halo is punctuated with shimmering demantoid .44 ctw. garnets embellished with tiny gold beads...the back of the pendant features the golden sun with diamonds peeking through, all in 18kt gold with a bounteous oval bail.

Approximate diameter: 1"

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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.

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"

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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Ethiopian Opal Necklace

Phenomenal Ethiopian Opals glow in every color of the rainbow!
Set in 22kt gold, oxidized sterling silver, and accented with white diamonds .36 ctw.

Rubellite Tourmaline Andromeda Pendant

With a pendant like this, who needs cleavage? A juicy rubellite tourmaline cabochon set in 22kt gold, framed in oxidized sterling silver with little honey sapphires set in gold... and a satiny gold bail and beads to seal the deal.

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The Prehnite Soul's Compass Pendant

Magic is afoot in this one-of-a-kind 18kt gold pendant.

A prehnite 20 cts. lozenge highlights a carved back plate depicting the sacred geometry of the Flower of Life...an 18kt gold frame illuminates the four directions with dazzling tsavorite garnets .36 ctw., pink sapphires .36 ctw., and white diamonds .08 ctw...the back of the pendant reveals the North Star with an emerald .03 cts. cabochon at its center...a generous hinged enhancer provides the option to wear the pendant on a variety of necklaces....and, oh my, the companion necklace: glistening olive sapphires 62 ctw. reflecting 18kt gold beads!!!

Approximate diameter of The Soul's Compass: 1"

Approximate length of the Sapphire Companion Necklace: 19.5"

Lapis and Tsavorite Andromeda Pendant

A superb piece of natural surface lapis makes a well deserved grand entrance in 18kt gold, accented with bright green tsavorite garnets and pave diamonds .53 ctw.

Approximate length: 2"

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Marmalade Garnet Andromeda Pendant

Beyond the ornamental and into the mystical we go, conveyed by the blaze of a spectacular grossular garnet 3.88 cts. set in 18kt gold and framed with pink sapphires .34 ctw. and glittering diamonds .36 ctw...the tapered, hinged bail is graced with bright tsavorite garnets .06 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Midnight Sun Pendant

Designed by Norah Pierson, this 18kt gold pendant features an exquisite Boulder Opal surrounded by brilliant diamonds .83 ctw.

Approximate length: 2"

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Bactrian Garnet Mandala Pendant

An ancient Bactrian bronze artifact is the backdrop for a stunning power pendant with a garnet cabochon centerpiece. The pendant is backed with an 18kt gold disc featuring a diamond .23 cts. flower motif.

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Aurora Borealis Pendant

It all started with an otherworldly Ethiopian opal 24.46 cts. that sparked the imagination of a visionary artist who called in the teal tourmalines 1.04 ctw., white diamonds .14 ctw., tsavorite garnets .04 ctw., and sapphires .02 ctw. as her allies and arranged them in a splendid constellation held in 18kt yellow and white gold!

Approximate length: 2"

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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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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"

Opal and Sapphire Necklace

Vivid Australian boulder opals are paired with a dazzling purple sapphire and white diamonds in this remarkable pendant by Norah Pierson.
The 23kt baht chain is included.

Approximate length: 2.5"

Damali Turquoise Pendant

Watercolor splashes of deep sage green and soft ivory make this 18kt gold Damali Turquoise Pendant a timeless treasure.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Citrine Lumus Pendant

With a pear-shaped citrine 41.36 ctw. fit for a Maharani, the Lumus Pendant commands attention in a combination of 18kt and 22kt gold, bedecked with a translucent pink sapphire cabochon 1.22 cts., blue green tourmalines .23 ctw., and blushing orange sapphires .17 ctw.

Approximate length: 2"

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Fire Agate Scorpion Pendant

Our 18kt gold Fire Agate Scorpion Pendant is no wallflower. Once it's in your possession you'll want more than way to wear it, so we made it pinnable.

Iridescent fire agate is said to stoke the wearer's inner fire. These rare stones fortify will power, purpose, and magnetism. Passion, pleasure, creativity, and sexuality also get a boost from this marvelous gem. We could go on but we don't want to start a bidding war!

Approximate length: 2.75"

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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.

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.

Dawn to Dusk Opal Drops

A set of drops dedicated to the ephemeral bridge between day and night...Ethiopian opals 18.15 ctw. are bezeled in 22kt gold and crowned with sapphires in warm and cool tones.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Bug Pin and Pendant

Our fantastical little bug pin/pendant is created from Chinese fresh water pearls, 18kt gold, and diamonds.

Moonstar Pendant

Trailing a cosmic flash of blue, Roman goddess Luna rides her chariot across the moon in the Moonstar Pendant in satiny 18kt gold. Five blue moonstones 4.25 ctw set at cardinal points with a center eye, are enhanced with beading and diamonds .12 ctw. An intricate basket of interlocking stars on the back offers an element of hidden beauty.

Approximate dimensions: 1.125" x 1.125"

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Soul's Compass Pendant

A lemon quartz lozenge 20.42 cts. is set over a bejeweled compass design featuring orange sapphires .10 ctw. and white diamonds .10 ctw. in 18kt gold. The back of the pendant is inscribed with a mandala with a beaming white diamond .10 cts. at its center.

Approximate diameter: 1"

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Rainbow Quartz Dreamscape Pendant

A remarkable piece of Rainbow quartz is framed in 18kt gold and embellished with rich purple sapphires showing bold pink flashes. The back of the pendant features a piece of polished lapis scrolled into a frame adorned with ruby cabochons.

Approximate length: 2.25"

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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.

Aquamarine Galatea Pendant

Named for the lovely statue that came to life in response to the prayer of the sculptor, the 18kt gold Galatea Aquamarine Pendant is resplendent with Greek good looks. A blazing trillion cut aqua 15.35 cts. is held in lacy scroll work studded with glittering white diamonds .41 ctw.

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Elizabeth Pendant

Designed by Norah Pierson, this distinctive 22kt gold and platinum pendant features a 20.49 ct. aquamarine, river pearls and diamonds .12 ctw.