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Morenci Turquoise Link Bracelet

Rare Morenci turquoise from Arizona is fashioned into pleasing ovals and bezeled in 18kt gold, joined by double links...a simple lobster claw provides the catch for this graceful adornment.

Approximate length: 7.5"

Mixed Metal Twist Bracelet

Oxidized sterling silver is twisted with 24kt gold for a perfect bracelet, great as a stand alone and ripe for stacking...by ARA.

Ten Link Coral Bracelet

Ten deep orange coral cabs are enrobed in 18kt gold and finished with a lobster claw clasp.

Approximate length: 8"

Circle Link Malachite Bracelet

A handmade circle link sterling silver chain speaks of power and grace...a malachite charm is set in 22kt gold and finished in sterling silver...beauty coming down through the ages by Michael Jensen Designs.

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"

Black Diamond Aphrodite Bracelet

You may need to ride in a horse drawn carriage with this baby on your arm...rose cut black diamonds 9.02 ctw. are bezel set in 18kt gold Aphrodite links and studded with shimmering white diamonds 1.15 ctw...a bejeweled toggle clasp flatters the wrist.

Approximate length: 7.5"

Round Link Bracelet in 22kt Gold

Susan Sims takes no shortcuts...handwrought 22kt gold rings are joined together and clasped with a handsome toggle.

Approximate length: 7.5"

Lapis Miro Bracelet

A tasteful sequence of geometric shapes in lapis 28 ctw. and 18kt gold offers timeless style.

Approximate length: 7.25"

Turquoise Spice Drops

Our classic Golden Eye Spice setting offers a perfect frame for vibrant turquoise...to wear alone or layer with other drops.

Approximate length: .5"

Turquoise

We sometimes hear someone remark that turquoise jewelry is a "fad", or that they don't wear "Indian jewelry."
Well, if turquoise is a fad, it's got to be the longest running trend ever, as history records its popularity over 7,000 years ago! Archaeologists have recorded that the oldest known piece of jewelry is a gold and turquoise bracelet found on the arm of a mummified Egyptian Queen, around 5000 B.C.

The area once known as Persia, today's Iran, has been producing gem quality turquoise for centuries, as has China.
Native Americans have worked the stone since before the time of Christ. When the Navajo, Hopi, and Pueblo people learned silversmithing from the Spaniards in the 1800's, the stone was incorporated into their pieces. This jewelry was the precursor to the work we identify today as Indian jewelry.

Cerrillos, New Mexico is thought to be the location of the oldest turquoise mines in the country. Prior to the 1920's, the state was the country's largest producer; it is more or less exhausted today.

Arizona currently produces the most turquoise of value domestically. There are many other mines throughout the Southwest, many of which have been exhausted.

Turquoise is made up of phosphorus, copper, and aluminum. The copper is the mineral responsible for the identifying robin's egg blue color that is so valued in the stone.
The mother rock, or matrix, can often be seen running throughout the stone in a network pattern, adding interest and enhancing the beauty of the turquoise.

Most turquoise on the market today has had some kind of treatment to enhance or stabilize the stone. These procedures reduce the value of the stone in varying degrees.
Only about six percent of stones today are what we call "natural turquoise". These have not been altered in any way from their natural state. Stabilizing the turquoise is accomplished by impregnating the stone with an epoxy-type substance to make it more durable.

It is important when purchasing turquoise jewelry that the salesperson is able to indicate if the piece has been treated, or is natural.

Being a phosphate mineral, turquoise is inherently fragile and sensitive to solvents; perfume and other cosmetics will attack the finish and may alter the color of turquoise gems, as will skin oils and most commercial jewelry cleaning fluids. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may discolor or dehydrate turquoise. Care should be taken when wearing such jewels. Cosmetics, sunscreen, and hair spray should be applied before putting on turquoise jewelry.

After use, turquoise should be gently cleaned with a soft cloth to avoid a build up of residue, and should be stored in its own container to avoid being scratched by harder gems. Turquoise can also be adversely affected if stored in an airtight container-it likes to breathe.

Sonoran Turquoise Strand

Colorful nuggets of Sonoran turquoise with copper matrix are interspersed with 20kt gold saucers...a stippled 20kt gold clasp is a natural fit.

Approximate length: 17"

Blue Gem Turquoise Cloud Ring

The vitality of a Blue Gem turquoise oval 4.4 cts. radiates inside a frame of 18kt gold beads and glistening diamonds .04 ctw.

Small Golden Turquoise Acorns

Smooth Kingman turquoise acorns 5.13 ctw. are capped in satiny 18kt gold and finished with shapely bails by Harmony Spark.

Approximate length: .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"
Please call for custom sizing.

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"

Chain sold separately.
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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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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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Lone Mountain Oval Turquoise Bracelet

A fine collection of fourteen shades of turquoise from the same mine make our Lone Mountain Oval Turquoise Bracelet extra special, all in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 7.75"

Natural Turquoise Necklace

This stunning necklace is created with all natural domestic turquoise, including Blue Diamond from Nevada, Morenci and Sleeping Beauty from Arizona. The lustrous stones are set in 18kt gold.

Approximate length : 16-18" adjustable

Blue Gem and Carico Lake Turquoise Bracelet

The life-affirming splendor of gem-quality turquoise is undeniable...eight curved pieces of heaven are joined with lustrous 18kt gold links and beads and finished with a lobster claw clasp.

Approximate length: 7.5"

Lone Mountain Turquoise Bracelet

Ten pieces of softly rounded turquoise 27 ctw. squares and rectangles do justice to their Nevada pedigree, sourced from the Lone Mountain Mine. Each piece is fitted with an 18kt gold bezel with handmade links, and finished with a handsome lobster claw clasp.

Approximate length: 7"

Blue Diamond Turquoise Pendant

A rare piece of natural Blue Diamond turquoise from Nevada, with exceptional depth of color and matrix dispersion, is set in regal 22kt gold and embellished with gold beads and white diamonds .28 ctw.

Approximate length: 2"

Chain sold separately.
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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"

Chain sold separately.
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Diamond Turquoise Drops

Transcendent blue Persian turquoise is bezel set with white diamonds in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Rose Cut Sapphire Bracelet

Sixty-nine carats of rose cut pink sapphires are linked together with 22kt and 18kt gold for a sumptuous bracelet...green sapphire and chysoberyl are added for extra dimension.

Approximate length: 7"

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.

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"

Diamond Tabla Bracelet

Ten 18kt gold links are studded with gold beads and bright white diamonds 1.6 ctw. to make a strikingly beautiful bracelet that is comfortable enough to wear every day, finished with our proprietary Golden Eyebox clasp.

Approximate length: 7.5"

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"

Chain sold separately.
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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"

Chain sold separately.
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Kingman Turquoise Crown Ring

Get out the robe and scepter....a stunning Kingman turquoise 11.29 cts. lozenge lies enthroned within 18kt gold tines studded with diamonds .24 ctw. on a carved shank.

Silk Roads Bracelet ll

Seven authentic bronze coins from the Moghul Empire adorn this stunning 22kt gold link bracelet with diamonds .88 ctw. The coins hail from the reign of Sultan Al Azam 1300-1400 A.D. The handmade toggle clasp gleams with bezel set diamonds.

Approximate length: 7"

Multi-Stone Bracelet

A rainbow of colored gemstones makes for a bright and beautiful bracelet. Tourmaline, peridot, amethyst, and moonstones are set in 18kt gold with a watermelon tourmaline clasp.

Approximate length: 7"

Turquoise Table Ring

Stand back, friends, because this is over-the-top fabulous! A stately piece of Chinese turquoise with dramatic black matrix is set in satiny 18kt gold with a cleverly distressed faux finish...the grace note is a tiny crevice of white diamonds .03 ctw.

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"

Chain sold separately.
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Double Natural Surface Lapis Drops

Succumb to the raw glamor of our natural surface lapis drops... bottomless color bezeled in 18kt gold, lit with twinkling white diamonds .16 ctw. and satiny gold beads.

Approximate length: 1.5"

Silk Roads Bracelet I

The first in a series of one-of-a-kind bracelets, Silk Roads I is made in 22kt gold with rose cut caramel diamonds 2.48 ctw. and authentic antique coins. The coins range in age from 1800 B.C. to the 1400's and hail from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, and Greece. The toggle clasp is lightly hammered for an ancient look. Soulful and lusciously sculptural, this is a bracelet that will hold you in its thrall.

Natural Diamond Beads

Five extravagant strands of grey, white, pink, yellow and green natural diamonds 140 ctw. are accented with 18kt gold beads and a handmade 18kt gold toggle clasp.

Silk Roads Bracelet IV

A bracelet worthy of a woman of influence, in 22kt gold with
rose cut rubies 5.25 ctw., diamonds .14 ctw., and ancient coins, including Azes - 35 B.C. - SWAT Valley; Azes II - 35 B.C.; Hephthadite - 5th to 6th century; Kushan King 2nd century A.D.; Kushan King - 55 A.D., Vima Takto 35 B.C.-55 A.D.

Approximate length: 8.25"

Turquoise Drama Drops

East meets West in our 18kt gold Blue Gem and Persian Turquoise Drama Drops.

Approximate length: 1.75"

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Blue Ridge Turquoise Ring

Frankly, it doesn't get much better than this: A pristine slice of Blue Ridge turquoise 11.19 cts. sits in a generous 18kt gold bezel astride a contoured shank decorated with diamonds .08 ctw. and gold beads.

Tourmaline Flower Bracelet

Delicate 18kt gold Verbena links with diamond centers flow between irresistible pastel tourmalines...a bejeweled 18kt gold rope toggle provides a chi chi touch.

Approximate length: 7"

Buzzing In The Flowers Bracelet

It's a field day for the bees, feasting on 18kt gold flowers with ruby .22 ctw. pollen!

Approximate length: 8"

Sapphire Tabla Bracelet

Ten gorgeous links made of 18kt gold are set with rich blue sapphires 1.3 ctw., and sparkling white diamonds .60 ctw., clasped with our Golden Eyebox tongue and groove catch... bliss for the wrist!

Approximate length: 7"

Rose Cut Labradorite Bracelet

Luminescent rose cut labradorites are accented with peridot and andalusite and set in18kt gold.


Approximate length : 7"

Turquoise and Diamond Stack

What's better than turquoise and diamonds...more turquoise and diamonds!

From top:

R1024 Pie Crust Variety Band
R1231 Artemis Band
RC682 Sleeping Beauty Cushion Cut Be Mine Ring
R1052 Diamond Vesta Band
RC652 Sleeping Beauty Oval Be Mine Ring
RC681 Sleeping Beauty Petite Be Mine Ring
R1231 Artemis Band
R1024 Pie Crust Variety Band

Natural Silver Signet Ring

In its natural form, silver has an untamed quality that appears especially striking when captured in 18kt gold.

Candelario Turquoise Signet Ring

The irrepressible glow of Candelario turquoise 7.5 cts. finds a perfect vessel in a handsome notched 18kt gold setting.

Round Blue Gem Turquoise Ring

A precious round of Blue Gem turquoise 4.2 cts. rests on a stippled 18kt gold Be Mine band...flank it or let it stand alone.

Sonoran Turquoise Scroll Ring

Rich Sonoran turquoise 10.9 cts. is set in a polished 18kt gold bezel atop a generous tapered shank enhanced with stippling and scroll work.