The Golden Eye

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We offer everything from studs to chandeliers, all designed to frame your face in the most flattering way. We also excel at using your stones or ours for custom earrings.

Titanium-coated Electric Blue Druzy Drops

Titanium-coated electric blue druzy lives up to its name...simple 18kt gold settings sit back and let the stones work the room.

Approximate length: 1"

Aquamarine and Diamond Circe Drops

Baby blue aquamarines .94 ctw. are the big draw..white diamonds .24 ctw., the supporting cast in our 18kt gold Circe Drops.

Approximate length: .75"

Grande Sapphire Tabla Drops

Can you ever have too much of a good thing? We don't think so...our 18kt gold Grande Tabla Drops are set with glamorous blue sapphires 1.98 ctw. and shiny white diamonds .48 ctw.

Approximate length: 1"

Sapphire Circe Drops

Circe shines deep and clean with rich blue sapphires 1.20 ctw. and glittering diamonds .24 ctw. in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: .75"

New Zealand Pearl Waka Drops

Magnificent peacock blue mabe pearls from New Zealand make a big splash in an 18kt gold setting resplendent with gold beads, demantoid garnets .48 ctw., and glistening white diamonds .08 ctw.

Approximate length: 1"

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"

Hawk Earrings

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

Approximate size: .625" x 1.25"

Titanium Blue Druzy Studs

Natural surface blue druzy is coated with titanium for a fabulous retro-chic sparkle, bezeled in 18kt gold.

Approximate length: .5"

Talentum Diamond Earrings

Organic shapes in 22kt gold provide the striking backdrop for two crystal clear diamonds .50 ctw. from Michael Jensen Designs.

Approximate length: .75"

Titanium Framed Sapphire Talentum Studs

More spirited organica from Michael Jensen Designs...lavender blue sapphires 1.46 ctw. are bezel set in 22kt gold on assymetrical sterling silver mulch beds, framed in blue iridescent titanium studded with gold beads.

Approximate length: .75"

Behind the Ear Latching Hoop

On rare occasions, the catches on our hoops loosen over time. To be sure that your hoops are on securely, listen for a click as you close them. If they do not click firmly, the catches need to be tightened and the hoops should not be worn until adjusted. You are welcome to bring them into our shop for a free adjustment, although this can be done by any jeweler, or yourself (if you must), with a pair of smooth, round needle nose pliers. Squeeze the catch together very gently; you will barely see the catch move. Check the fit of the post and continue until the earrings are clicking soundly again.

Corundum

When is a sapphire not a sapphire? When it's red, because then it's a ruby!

Both gemstones are a variety of corundum, a crystalline form of aluminum oxide, a mineral second in hardness only to diamond.

Known in Sanskrit as Ratnaraj, the king of gems, rubies have been a treasured gemstone for centuries. The first reference of the stone dates back to 200 B.C., from the literature of the northern Silk Road where they were transported from China to Persia.

Rubies have been used throughout history to adorn the armor, scabbards, harnesses, and crowns of nobles, kings, and queens. Until the 20th century, the ruby was thought to be more valuable than the diamond. It is the birthstone for July and the symbol for love, vivacity, power, and passion.

Rubies are found in Tanzania, Kenya, Pakistan, Montana, North and South Carolina, and under the ice shelf in Greenland.

Burma has always been known as the source of the deep pigeon blood ruby, the most prized color in the ruby world. However, due to the Burmese government's egregious human rights record, Congress passed the Block Burmese JADE Act in October of 2008. Although the U.S. did have a ban on the trade of Burmese gems, this measure closed an important loophole that had allowed the import of Burmese gems via third countries, such as India.

The sapphire, most commonly known as a deep blue gemstone, actually has a fascinating range of color. Almost every color of the rainbow exists naturally in sapphires. A rare color-change sapphire exhibits blue in natural light and a violet-purple in artificial light.

Some stones contain inclusions of small rutile needles that exhibit a property called asterism. This effect produces the "...star sapphire, displayed only in a cabochon cut, and can have six to twelve rays emanating from its center."

The finest specimens of sapphire were mined in Kashmir, Northern India in the late 1800's to about 1920. Today they are imported from Eastern Australia, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and are also found in Montana and North Carolina.

September is the month of the sapphire. In legend and folklore the stone is said to work as an anti-depressant and act as an aid in telepathy, clairvoyance, and astral projection. So whether you are feeling a bit down, want to know what's going on, or feel the need to get the heck off the planet, a piece of sapphire jewelry might be just what you need!

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.

Amazon Queen Necklace

A stunning trio of 22kt gold nugget necklaces in complementary lengths is the essence of primitive elegance. The 15" necklace is knotted with red thread, the 17" in dark blue (sold), and the 19" in black (sold).

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.

Sapphire and Diamond Pendant

A teardrop-shaped sapphire 1.25 cts. meets the eye like blue velvet, wrapped in 18kt gold with a diamond melee .03 ctw. bail.

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 and Chalcedonny Eden Roc Earrings

This over-the-top pair of 18kt gold earrings by Norah Pierson features blue chalcedony cabochons accented with brilliant white diamonds.

Approximate length: 2"

Blue Zircon and Diamond Ring

A blue zircon and diamond ring was commissioned by a very special customer. Diamonds bubble up from all sides of an ornate 18kt gold shank. A glistening diamond halo cradles an exceptional blue velvet zircon fitted with rounded double prongs.

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"

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.

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.

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"

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"

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Color Burst Earrings

Custom made earrings with multicolored sapphires and diamonds are undeniably covetable.

Approximate length: 1.25"

Moonstone Waterfall Earrings

An absolutely stunning pair of 18kt gold earrings features translucent rainbow moonstones 18.9 ctw. in articulated bezel settings accented with diamonds .30 ctw.

Blue Zircon Clematis Ring

It's all about the flow...a 4.91 ct. blue zircon is set in gleaming 18kt gold surrounded by pave diamonds .60 ctw. arranged in a graceful tangle of vines.

Opal Seascape Earrings

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

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"

Chrysocolla Mykonos Earrings

Designed and created for Elizabeth Taylor by Norah Pierson, her beaded chrysocolla earrings in 18kt gold were an auction highlight at Christie's in 2011.

Rose Cut Diamond Tertulia Earrings

Just how sexy and opulent can a girl be? That question is answered right here, right now...smoky grey diamonds 4.99 ctw. accented with effervescent white diamonds .66 ctw. in 18kt gold will leave your admirers bewitched, bedazzled, and bewildered!

Approximate length: 2"

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"

Sterling and Gold Chalcedony Ring

Nineteen carats of glowing blue chalcedony are cradled in 22kt gold...flashing blue zircons accentuated with braid and beads decorate the sterling silver shank.

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!

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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Sea Serpent Peacock Pearl Pendant

Iridescent peacock pearls are beautifully displayed in our mixed metal power piece. Sterling silver Sea Serpents with 22kt gold beads create the frame for a freshwater button pearl with a mauve metallic nacre bezeled in 22kt gold. A 22kt gold hinge and cap hold a voluptuous blue teardrop-shaped beauty.

Approximate length: 2"

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Lapis Lipstick Drops

Vibrant blue lapis is bezel set in 18kt gold and punctuated with white diamonds .10 ctw.

Approximate length: 1.25"

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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Tourmaline Verdana Ring

Starting with a lush blue green tourmaline 7.36 cts. that just won't quit and ending with a halo of demantoid garnets 1.05 ctw. and diamonds .24 ctw., the 18kt gold Verdana Ring might just be the charmer of the year!

Paraiba Tourmaline Pendant

From the Paraiba mine in Brazil comes an exceptional slice of tourmaline 5.7 cts. absolutely drenched in beauty, crowned with dazzling blue apatites .26 ctw. and white diamonds .06 ctw., bezeled in 22kt gold and finished in 18kt gold with a pave diamond hinged bail. Ladies-this is rock star material!

Approximate length: 1.5"

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Bombay Sapphire Ring

An Art Deco marvel, our Bombay Sapphire Ring is superbly built in 18kt gold with a cornflower blue sapphire 4.49 cts., white diamonds .08 ctw., and fine granulation.

Opal Doublet Drangonfly Wing Drops

Exquisite striations of blue, gold, coral, peach, and green create lacework reminiscent of dragonfly wings, bezeled in lustrous 18kt gold.

Approximate length: 2.25"

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

Flat Coil Band with Diamonds

Our 18kt gold Flat Coil Band presents strong, clean lines with just the right measure of crisp white diamonds .10 ctw.

Size 8 and above, please call for pricing.

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.

Blue Topaz Cabochon Ring

A sky-blue topaz cabochon 7.21 cts. is enthroned on a 22kt gold bezel with gold beads in the frame....a tapered sterling silver shank lined in 22kt gold offers the best of both worlds, by Michael Jensen Designs.

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.

Sapphire Beaded Coil Ring

A light blue sapphire softly shines from the center of our 18kt gold Beaded Coil Ring.

Sapphire and Diamond Guinevere Band

One of our most romantic bands, this version features a regal combination of glittering blue sapphires .38 ctw. and white diamonds .12 ctw.