When a strange, orangy-pinkish-reddish garnet was discovered in the mid-1960s, in the Umba Valley of Tanzania, locals and experienced gemologists didn’t know what to make of it.
Colored Gems
Blackberry Winter – 1 Nov 2012
"Blackberry winter" - a farmer's expression familiar to country folk - evokes a day in late spring when one wakes up to a cold snap. Though the...
Celestial Gems
It took five years to source the gems and craft a dream of a garland necklace for a 15th anniversary gift. This client wanted to garland his wife’s neck with jewels the color of heaven…
Autumn Garnets
It’s sunny today, with a cool crisp, October undertone. The cool edge makes me frisky – an invigorating contrast with the slice of sun warming my back. After record North Carolina highs into early October, I doubt we’ll have much of a show of fall foliage.
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The Luminous Magic of June’s Birthstones: Pearl and Moonstone
Here we are, basking in the glow of June, a month offering luminary beauty and birthstones akin to radiant drops of light.This month we celebrate three enchanting birthstones - Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite. But today, let’s shine our attention on the magnificence...
Legacy Jewels: Transforming Birthstones into Heirlooms
Here is a captivating tale of blending birthstones and heirlooms into a singular timeless jewel.“Bubble Ring” bespoke ring creation in 950 platinum featuring the 1.43 and 1.51 carat diamonds from client’s grandmothers and a 9 mm Akoya pearl, the client’s birthstone.A...
Aquamarine: Storied Gem of Beauty and Insight
Aquamarine, named after the sea’s watery hues, has a storied history beginning with the earth’s oceans and water. Most often, aquamarines are in lighter pastel tones blending different hues of blue and green. Photo 1: “La Mer,” a Cynthia Renee bespoke...
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