The Golden Eye

Hawk Earrings

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

Approximate size: .625" x 1.25"

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.

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"

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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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"

Chain sold separately.
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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"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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"

Turquoise Drama Drops

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

Approximate length: 1.75"

Show on our Small Ribbon Hoops (sold separately).
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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"

Diamond Turquoise Drops

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

Approximate length: 1.25"

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.

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.

Chrysocolla Scallop Ring

Botticelli's Venus could rock this ring and so could you...a superb cabochon chrysocolla 16 cts. is rimmed with pave diamonds .30 ctw. and finished with an 18kt gold tapered shank.

Black Diamond Celestial Ring

The Black Diamond Celestial Ring lives up to its name...22kt gold symbolizes the sun encircled by tiny diamond .04 ctw. stars in orbit...bright, peened sterling silver signifies the moon. The dazzling rose cut black diamond 14.78 cts. exemplifies a gemstone that has never been found anywhere but in Brazil and the Central African Republic, prompting scientists to attribute its origins to stellar supernovae explosions.

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"

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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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Club Sandwich Stack

Wallis Simpson reportedly took great pride in preparing club sandwiches for her husband, former King Edward VIII. It goes without saying that we would take great pride in preparing one for YOU!

From top:

RR0102 White Diamond 18kt Yellow Gold Eternity Band
RC645 Oval Yellow Sapphire Be Mine Ring
RC1052 Brown Diamond Vesta Band
RC680 Oval Pink Sapphire Be Mine Ring
RC679 Cognac Diamond Be Mine Ring
RR0102 Cognac Diamond 18kt Yellow Gold Eternity Band

Billboard Stack

So stunning, we put it on a billboard!

From top:

R1052 White Diamond 18kt Gold Vesta Band
RC500 Ruby and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
ION59 Paraiba Tourmaline Platinum Eternity Band
R1189 Ruby and Diamond 18kt Gold Venus Band
R1024 Piecrust 18kt Gold Band
RC506 Gem Silica Chrysocolla and Diamond 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
RR0102 Diamond 18kt Gold Eternity Band
R1063 Diamond 18kt Gold Low Tide Ring

Persepolis Stack

The finest elements of ancient culture converge in our Persepolis Stack.

From top:

ION014 Paraiba Tourmaline and Platinum Eternity Band
RR1217 Diamond 22kt Gold Angelica Band
RC475 Persian Turquoise 18kt Gold Be Mine Ring
RR0102 Diamond 18kt Gold Eternity Band
ION017 Emerald Platinum Eternity Band
R1053 Diamond 18kt Gold Venus Band

Lemon Sapphire Be Mine Ring

Wear a little sunshine on your finger with our 18kt gold Lemon Sapphire 1.4 cts. Be Mine Ring, made to stack or stand alone.

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.

Candelario Turquoise Signet Ring

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

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.

Golden Sapphire Be Mine Ring

Said to confer clarity and assist in visualization, an oval golden sapphire 1.8 cts. cabochon is bezeled in 18kt gold and mounted on a smooth, rounded shank.

Apricot Sapphire Be Mine Ring

Which do you prefer, pie or cobbler...a scrumptious apricot sapphire 1.45 cts. cabochon glows within an 18kt gold bezel, mounted on a smooth square shank.

Lapis Triangle Be Mine Ring

Polished lapis lazuli 1.2 cts. attracts the eye in smooth 18kt gold.

Peach Sapphire Be Mine Ring

A mellow peach sapphire 1.22 cts. cabochon glimmers within an 18kt gold bezel set on a peened, rounded shank...stack it with Cognac Diamond Eternity Bands for a rich look.

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.

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.

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.

Peridot Florentine Ring

Take it from us, Eve...you won't be able to resist the glowing green-apple allure of our 18kt gold Peridot 8.56 cts. Florentine Ring with sparkling white diamonds .04 ctw.!

Flying Eagle Ring

The eagle, symbol of speed, power, and light is depicted in mid-flight in this electrifying 18kt gold ring.

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!

Hawk Ring

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

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!