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Jewels, Gems & the Colors of Life

What Paris Hilton’s Jeweler May Not Know
You may have missed the breaking news last week that Paris Hilton’s $2Million engagement ring was...

Torii Necklace Masterpiece: A Tourmaline Labor of Love
In the Spring of 2010, I took on the challenge of immortalizing one man’s love and devotion to his...

What’s blue and green and gold all over?
What’s blue and green and gold all over? “Heaven and Earth” ring in 18 karat yellow gold featuring...

Heirloom Custom Jewelry from Life’s Key Moments
Have you had those fleeting moments in life when you experienced an unusually profound insight, a...

How to Prevent Ring Damage due to Clapping, Fangirl.
After Sunday’s Oscars, media snipes targeted Nicole Kidman’s clapping style. I suspect Nicole...

Pietra Ring
I learned geological field work in the rugged backcountry of San Diego. Large bodies of molten...

BYOJ: Bring Your Own Jewelry!
The years go by, and we find our jewelry box filled with unworn bits and pieces gathered over the...

The Mother of a Guide to Selecting Wedding Jewelry
A child’s wedding is a landmark event. Among the details of planning a wedding, focusing...

Boldly Blue! Creating 32 Earring Looks from one New Pair of Custom Jewelry Earrings
Laura moved quickly on a pair of “sweet” blue Sri Lankan sapphires, claiming them as hers just...

Hi, I’m Cynthia!
As a gem-mine geologist turned colored gem dealer and award-winning custom jewelry designer, I transform your personal stories into jewels that reflect your journey and dreams. I am your guide, advancing your eye as we create your jewel or build your gem collection. Let’s bring your vision to life ~ schedule a no-obligation clarity call.
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Jewelry Shouldn’t Just Be Worn.
It Should Awaken Something Inside You.
For years, I was caught in the endless cycle of doing—striving, achieving, moving from one thing to the next.
Then, I discovered something powerful—not in a retreat, not in reinvention, but right inside my jewelry box.
I developed a simple 3-minute ritual that changed everything. It brought back my vitality, clarity, and joy.
Now, I’m sharing it with you.
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