May 12, 2020 | Jewelry Care
A gem’s hardness is often misunderstood by the layperson. Let’s clear that up. Watch the video, or read on for details. There is a difference between hardness and durability. Have you heard that a diamond is the hardest natural substance? It has a hardness of 10,...
May 8, 2020 | Boutique Treasures, Designing Eye
Studying geology, I scrambled all over rocks learning their secrets, trying to make sense of their place in Earth’s history. My jewelry creations start with the gem and how best to enshrine it. I call my new design series “Gia”, alluding to...
May 7, 2020 | Boutique Treasures, Designing Eye
With the Phoenix designs, I have layered pieces of extraordinary gems and minerals, then surrounded them with a gem-studded crown. Set in 18 karat white gold, layered slices Plume Agate from the Oregon are backed by stabilized Turquoise from Kingman, Arizona. I call...
