Kimberly Keyworth

An enamel list from the west coast, Kimberly has a unique style that involves grinding into her existing enamel surface, and re-enameling with a different color. She repeats this to build geometric patterns, typically with a satin finish. In silver and gold, earrings, bracelets and necklaces from $150 to $1500.

 

 

 

Konstantino treasures

Made by hand in Greece with old world craftsmanship and exquisite attention to detail. Every surface is considered and embellished with Byzantine motifs and sensibilities. Usually a mixture of silver and 18kt gold with a slightly oxidized surface to enhance the details. Wonderful charm bracelets as well as all other types of jewelry from $150 to $5000.

 

 

 

 

Sydney Lynch

Good things come from Nebraska, like the linear aesthetic of Sydney Lynch. Like notes on a scale, he vocabulary of shapes and gemstones are connected to each other with wires and links. She embraces texture both in the tactile surface of her metal surface and juxtaposition of colors and personalities of her gemstones. She likes to mix dark patinated metal with 18kt yellow for an effect of depth. Earrings, necklaces and bracelets from $500 to $5000.

 

 

 

Alison Mackey

When is a rose not a rose? When Alison’s photo of a rose is cropped to make it abstracted and captured under a layer of acrylic. The effect is stone like color of familiar, but unrecognizable objects. Many pieces are double sided. Bracelets, pendants, earrings and rings from $65 to $250.

 

 

 

MAHARAJAH JEWELRY

Timeless traditional mughal jewelry from India. Diamond, enamel and 18kt of exquisite detail and embellishment. Every square millimeter of surface is considered and enhanced with makle diamonds and translucent enamel floral motifs and geometric patterns. This is dress up jewelry which will make you feel like a princess in an exotic court. The large pieces can transform an outfit and the more modest earrings, pendants, and rings can evoke a joi de vie. Popular with young and old. Prices range from $150 to $4000.

 

 

 

valerie Mitchell

A California resident, Valerie Mitchell’s work has a mysterious organic quality. One senses that these biomorphic objects have been unearthed in an archeological treasure hunt. Mitchell works largely in copper, silver and cement with additions of gold, brass, pewter and steel. Each piece shows a rich texture and patina, some are enameled and all are evocative of natural elements. Pendants, bracelets and earrings from $200 to $2000.

 

 

 

Maija Neimanis

With a first career in theatrical costume design, this native New Yorker now makes classical gold jewelry. Precious and colored stones are set in refined proportion, often symmetrical designs of the ancients. Granulated surface embellishment and bezel set cabochons enhance the look. She is noted for her large gemstones and luxurious precious stone beadwork. Necklaces, brooches, rings and earrings from $900 to $15,000.

 

 

 

Nelson rarities

Estate jewelry dealers who present exciting work at a weekend show since 1995. They select magnificent pre-owned jewelry by the world’s most recognizable designers. They often have pieces with noble or curious pedigrees. Their collection is always extravagant, glittery, divers and of very high quality. The work is generally from 1800-1945 with prices from $1,000 to $50,000.

 

 

 

Niessing

Precision and engineering are notable aspects of this technically inspiring minimalist jewelry from this 100 year old German company. Innovators of the tension set ring, the diamond seems to float in the platinum setting. Also known for elegantly simple designs of a Kalvinist sensibilities. All types of jewelry, from $800 to $10,000.

 

 

 

Eduardo Rubio-Arzate

Always formal in design and concept, Eduardo's work comes alive with precision and lightness. His precise format of the square highlights this artist's irrepressible playfulness and joy which are apparent in every piece. He pays great attention to the surface, which is always rich and lustrous. Brooches and necklaces from $250.

 

 

 

Jordan Schlanger

Elegant and minimal, white gold and white diamonds are the neutral palate which makes his ordered structure more dominant. Scale is large, but understated and refined, making shoulder length earrings seem appropriate. His “through the ear” chain earrings with diamond accents have a front and a back with great movement. Necklaces and earrings from $600 to $2000.

 

 

 

Alex Sepkus

Incredible attention to surface and texture are hallmarks of this Lithuanian-born, self-taught New York jeweler. Small islands or tiles of textured gold nest together like Peruvian stonework. Diamond accents and oxidized details give his rings, bracelets and earrings relief and brilliance. They are casual, sturdy, enduring and joyful. From $900-$5000.

 

 

 

 

Jeff and Susan Wise

“In collaboration we can expand the area of exploration beyond what we might discover working separately,” says Jeff. Says Susan: “By challenging each other’s ideas, we are able to get to the core concept more quickly." Bright stones, extraordinary mechanisms, textured surfaces, organic forms, and large scale are design hallmarks from these Colorado artists. They cut many of their stones to compliment the extraordinary 18kt gold fabrications. Necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings from $800 to $8000.