The Golden Eye

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.

Rosie's Diamonds

Dazzling rose cut diamonds in soft pearly greys 3.44 cts. are set with chiffon pink tourmalines .22 ctw. in 18kt gold with white diamond points .08 ctw.

Approximate length: .5"

Rainbow Aqua Drops

Ethereal rainbow hues shimmer within an extraordinary pair of aquamarine 19 ctw. briolettes...satiny 18kt gold caps are topped with dazzling demantoid garnets .35 ctw. and tailed with pristine white diamonds .04 ctw....micro pave diamond circlets provide a fine flourish.

Approximate length: 1.5"

Geranium Drops

Our graceful rendition of a geranium leaf is ornamented with a glittering diamond center .06 ctw. in 18kt gold, for a nostalgic silhouette.

Approximate length: .75"

Hungarian Coins

Authentic sterling silver Hungarian coins circa 1200 are bezeled in 18kt gold and embellished with gold beads; the coins bear the image of Madonna and Child on one side and the Hungarian crest on the other. Wear them as a perfect stand alone or layer them with our other drops, such as the Marquis Diamond Drops (pictured).

Approximate length: 1"

Small Blackened Steel Pear Drops

You asked and we heard you! One of our most flattering shapes is now available as a stand alone or a layering piece, ready to provide striking contrast for your 18kt gold hoops and drops (shown with our Diamond Horseshoe Drops, sold separately).

Approximate length: .75"

White Druzy Cushion Drops

Milky white druzy crystals flecked with black are set in 18kt gold and punctuated with white diamonds .10 ctw.

Approximate length: .75"

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.

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"

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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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 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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Triad Pendants

Lovely little 18kt gold pendants in sapphire .05 ct., diamond .05 ct., and ruby .07 ct....triad and true, they will not disappoint you!

Approximate length: .75"

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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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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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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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Majesta Sapphire Clusters

Glamatic cascading golden sapphire beads 43.41 ctw. are set with micro pave diamond beads and bright white diamonds .24 ctw. in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 2.5" (shoulder dusters!)

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"

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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Moonstone Cascade Necklace

You'll be swooning with us once you lay eyes on the marvelous Moonstone Cascade Necklace, fashioned from 22kt and 18kt gold. An incandescent oval moonstone holds court amidst two round accent moonstones 5.35 ctw. Four bright diamonds are complemented by twelve gold beads for a luxuriant feel. A curvaceous faceted moonstone briolette takes it over the rainbow.

Approximate length: 16-18" adjustable

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"

Moonstone Hourglass Pendant

Two extraordinary blue moonstones 12.98 ctw. make a declaration of adularescence in gleaming 18kt gold with sumptuous diamond .34 ctw. accents.

Approximate length: 1.75

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Mercy Mantis Pearl Necklace

Here's a stellar piece from Norah Pierson's imagination...five strands of freshwater Chinese pearls in varying shades of aubergine make a home for Mercy Mantis...her articulated arms and legs make her appear as if she is chasing a diamond .15 cts. spider...the clasp of the necklace is made with geranium leaves...all in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 17"

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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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"

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

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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Ruby River Rapids

Swirls of 18kt gold eddy around 4.22 carats of ruby cabuchons...frothy diamond bubbles play in the flow.

Double Eagle Talon Rings

A striking reminder of the natural world, the 18kt gold Double Eagle Talon Ring will confer its strength upon you.

Forged Bands

Forge a close bond with our classic, handworked 18kt gold bands...or add a diamond solitaire and stack away!

Tiara Band Stack

A set of white diamond .12 ctw. Tiaras in 18kt gold, with an Eternity Band in the center makes an irresistible stack.

Size 8 and above, please call for pricing.

Queen Bee Rings

Claim your power with one of our splendid 18kt gold Queen Bee Rings...available with white diamond "pollen" .19 ctw.

Acorn Drops

The 18kt gold Acorn Drops with white diamonds .05 ctw. are light but rich with texture...perfect as a backdrop or a stand-alone, they are pictured here layered with our Diamond Triad Drops.

Approximate length:1.25"