The Golden Eye

Moonstone Spice Drops

How about a little blue flash magic...faceted moonstones 1.39 ctw. supply it abundantly in our 18kt gold Spice Drops.

Approximate length: .5'

Moonstone and Diamond Circe Drops

Faceted moonstones with a violet blue flash electrify the center of our Circe Drops, accented with brilliant white diamonds .24 ctw.

Approximate length: .75"

Diamond Beads

Put your necklace on with the clasp ends in front of you, clasp it and then gently lift the necklace and turn it around so the clasp is in the back. This procedure puts much less strain on the area where the clasp is attached to the beads-the area that receives the most stress.

We recommend restringing once a year. Do not sleep or shower with your diamond beads on.

Pearls

To insure that your pearls retain their beautiful nacre, please avoid contact with household chemicals, cosmetics, hairspray, and perfume. Gently wipe them with a soft dry cloth when you remove them.

Do not put pearls in an ultrasonic cleaner; instead, you may clean them with a soft cloth dampened with a light dish soap and water solution. Do not sleep or shower with your pearls on-this goes for any other strung necklace. We recommend restringing once a year. See our video tutorial

Adjusting"W" Clasps

The “W” clasp on your chain or necklace is a classic design, used for thousands of years as a functional and decorative element. It can also be used as a "hanger" for a pendant. The W is made of 24kt gold and is very flexible.

To open the clasp, push one “wing” of the W forward. Do not pull out laterally. To insure a secure closure, push the wing back to center, and align with the center loop.

After many uses you may find your clasp becoming stiff. This can easily be remedied by having it annealed, a process where the gold is heated and cooled to make the piece soft and flexible again. Any reputable jeweler can do this for you. If you would like us to do it, please allow 1-3 days for completion. See our video tutorial

Rose Cut Gems

The term "rose cut" is heard more and more often when describing gemstones utilized in the jewelry industry. The Golden Eye has been using this cut for many years
What exactly is rose cut? It is a method of faceting gemstones so that the base of the stone is wide and flat with no facets; the top of the stone is domed and cut with triangular facets. These facets mimic the progressively tighter spiral of a rose, hence the name.

Most rose cuts are round, oval, or pear-shaped, but jewelers are experimenting with a variety of creative designs.

The rose cut was first introduced in the 16th century. A century later the cut had gained great acceptance and the facet arrangements became less random. Variations were based on multiples of six; six faceted roses, eighteen faceted roses, and the full rose, which consists of eighteen facets and then an upper tier of six facets.

The brilliant cut supplanted the rose cut in the 19th century but the rose cut returned at the turn of the 20th century, when the inspiration from Baroque styles drove jewelry designs. It once again fell from favor after 1910 when styles moved toward Art Deco.

For almost a century the rose cut was in retirement, but has reemerged with great momentum. Once used primarily for diamonds, the cut lends itself to many other gemstones. The look of the rose cut is softer and somewhat more natural looking than traditional faceted stones. Paired with 18kt or 22kt gold, a rose cut gem can become a timeless piece of jewelry.

Please visit our website to view many examples of rose cut jewelry.

Rhodonite Wishbone Necklace

An oxidized bronze wishbone capped in 22kt gold bears a ripe mandarin garnet .28 cts. paired with a rosy-red rhodonite garnet 4.58 cts. bezeled in 22kt gold and anchored to a 22kt gold cable chain...this stunning one-of-a-kind piece is designed to lay just below the hollow of the throat, creating a flattering line that frames the neck and face to great advantage.

Approximate length: 17"

Nested Gold Disc Necklace

Who needs makeup...nested 22kt gold discs cast a golden light onto the face and neck, giving you the goddess glow.

Approximate length: 17"

Pink Tourmaline Crystal Bead Strand

Natural pink tourmaline beads are paired with 22kt gold beads and finished with an 18kt gold clasp.


Approximate length: 18.5"

Flowers and Pearls Gold Necklace

Freshwater coin pearls and 18kt gold filigree flowers come together in a tribute to grace, from Belle.

Approximate length: 17"

Navajo Silver Bead Necklaces

Navajo Pearls, the famed ombre sterling silver beads that gleam like treasures from the sea, look smashing in multiple lengths.

Rubellite Tourmaline Maltese Cross

Our 18kt gold Maltese Cross is fitted with a rubellite tourmaline cabochon 2.16 cts., luscious faceted rubellites 1.08 ctw., and twinkling white diamonds .20 ctw. for a palatial look.

Approximate length: 2"

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Dolphin Greek Replica Coin

A sterling silver replica coin depicts three dolphins swimming around a silver bead. The coin is bezeled in 18kt gold, from Georgios.

Approximate diameter: 1.25"

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Mixed Metal Unalome Pendant

Unalome appears in sterling silver with a golden bead at the end of its path and a graceful sterling silver bail.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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Rose Cut Sapphire Necklace

A singular treasure... 107 carats of rose cut sapphires are decadently wrapped in 22kt gold...their colors range from soft pink to aqua blue, to honey gold. The handcrafted toggle clasp is so artful it can be worn in front.

Opal Seascape Earrings

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

Dyer Blue Turquoise Necklace

Exquisite domed ovals of bezel set Dyer Blue turquoise 13.36 ctw. lay between glistening diamonds .36 ctw...a voluptuous center stone is decked out with gold beads and additional diamonds...a significant 18kt gold chain weaves the whole look together...stunning!!

Approximate length: 17"

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!

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"

Mabe Pearl Necklace

Designed by Norah Pierson, a shimmering mabe pearl is set in 18kt gold with white diamonds .26 ctw....a sole iridescent moonstone glows discreetly at the bottom.


Approximate length: 1.75"

The pendant is suspended on an 18" strand of white pearls, small golden pearls, apatite, and gold beads.

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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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"

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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Triple Turquoise Pendant

Three sky blue stones of natural Sleeping Beauty turquoise are stacked with white diamonds and set in 18k gold to make a beautiful tiered necklace. An exotic and sophisticated look!

Approximate length: 1.75"

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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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Water Maiden Earrings

Evans turquoise in soft blue with a sepia matrix is paired with faceted moonstones and Australian gaspeite, and bezeled in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 2.25"

Turquoise Obelisk Pendant

A lofty piece of Kingman turquoise is bezel set in 18kt gold and accented with white diamonds .06 ctw... a faceted moonstone glows below a majestic hinged bail.

Approximate length: 2.25"

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Demantoid Garnet Soleil Pendant

Here comes the sun...an exceptional demantoid garnet cabochon 5.09 cts. displays the coveted feathery plumes of a horsetail inclusion...faceted demantoids .19 ctw. shine at cardinal points while golden Mali garnets .07 ctw. and shining white diamonds .16 ctw. complete the dazzling halo.

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Woven Heart Drops with Rose Cut Diamonds

The rose cut is a time-honored technique developed in the 1500's, used to showcase precious gems by crafting a softly faceted top with a flat base. Encased in 18kt gold, these exceptional rose cut diamonds 1.8 ctw. shine below trios of brilliant cut diamonds for the best of every-bling.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Rose Crush Stack

We've got a crush...how about you?

From top:

RR0102 Ruby 18kt Yellow Gold Eternity Band
R1211 Ruby and Diamond Guinevere Band
RC677 Faceted Ruby Be Mine Ring
R1211 White Diamond Guinevere Band
R1052 Ruby Vesta Band

Tower of Power

An over-the-top stack for the very long-fingered, the Tower of Power has it all. Opals, emeralds, rubies, and diamonds in a combination of 18kt gold, 22kt gold, and 24kt gold...a combination that brings to mind the glory of the Renaissance.

From top:

R1226 Venetian Tide 22kt Gold Granulated Band
RC420 Black Opal 22kt Gold Ring
R1052A Diamond 18kt Gold Vesta Band
RR0102-2a Ruby 18kt Gold Eternity Band
R1053 Diamond 18kt Gold Venus Band
GEARA41 Emerald 22kt Gold Band
R1052A Diamond 18kt Gold Vesta Band
RR1223 Yellow Diamond 18kt White Gold Eternity Band
R1035f Ruby 18kt Gold Circle of Wreaths

Annie Alligator Ring

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

Buff Top Ruby Eye of Horus Ring

A buff top ruby .28 cts. is domed with a cabochon cut while the bottom is faceted, creating the illusion of depth as the human eye is drawn into the eye of the stone. Rows of pave diamonds .30 ctw. in 18kt gold illuminate the rest of this mystical symbol. Every part of this talisman has meaning; in ancient times, it was used as an integral part of healing.

Brown Diamond Sitara Ring

The soon-to-be-if-not-already-classic Sitara Ring incandesces with a rose cut brown diamond.46 cts. and gold bead accents...and it stacks!