A client commissioned this necklace and earring set to wear for her daughter’s wedding. She brought me her dress so I could see the cut and color. We chatted as I made a few sketches until she said, “That’s the one—go for it.” While I worked from the sketch, the pieces really came to life in the fabrication process as I made design choices around the gold work and gemstones. As a focus, I chose to use Montana sapphires, for their soft blue quality and freshwater pearls for their luminous texture and organic irregularity. The combination made me think of ocean life: the way sea vegetation and animal life are layered and move underwater, catching the light from above.
HIDDEN REEF NECKLACE
Hand fabricated in 22K and 18K gold. Montana sapphires, rainbow moonstones, and freshwater pearl.
HIDDEN REEF EARRINGS
Hand fabricated in 22k and 18k gold. Montana sapphires and freshwater pearl.
Hidden Reef Necklace
Hand fabricated in 22K and 18K gold. Montana sapphires, rainbow moonstones, and freshwater pearl.
Hidden Reef Earrings
Hand fabricated in 22k and 18k gold. Montana sapphires and freshwater pearl.
MOONSTONE EARRINGS
These rose cut Burmese moonstone earrings were commissioned to pair with a moonstone pendant I had previously made.
The drawing is just detailed enough to give you the idea.
Hand fabricated in 22K and 18K gold.
MARQUIS DIAMOND RING
Weighing nearly 1.5 carats this marquis diamond was previously set in a chunky 1960’s mounting that my client inherited.
She gave me quite a bit of artistic liberty and was thrilled with the finished piece.
MOONSTONE EARRINGS
These rose cut Burmese moonstone earrings were commissioned to pair with a moonstone pendant I had previously make.
The drawing is just detailed enough to give you the idea.
Hand fabricated in 22K and 18K gold.
MARQUIS DIAMOND RING
Weighing nearly 1.5 carat this marquis diamond was previously set in a chunky 1960’s mounting that my client inherited.
She gave me quite a bit of artistic liberty and was thrilled with the finished piece.
REFURBISHED RING
Set with Maine Tourmaline and sapphires this ring was lovingly worn daily for over 25 years.
It was totally refurbished including re-cutting the center stone. I made it larger and it is happily back home on my client’s hand.
PEARL CAP
An initial drawing was proposed for this stunning Tahitian pearl that had been collected over 20 years ago.
The client decided on a simpler design and I sent her a photo and video of the hand carved wax for approval.
The finished piece was cast in 18K palladium white gold.
REFURBISHED RING
Set with Maine Tourmaline and sapphires this ring was lovingly worn daily for over 25 years.
It was totally refurbished including re-cutting the center stone. I made it larger and it is happily back home on my clients hand.
PEARL CAP
An initial drawing was proposed for this stunning Tahitian pearl that had been collected over 20 years ago.
The client decided on a simpler design and I sent her a photo and video of the hand carved wax for approval.
The finished piece was cast in18K palladium white gold.
Every piece of jewelry has a story.
You may want to keep the story, or you may want to change it. The style may be outdated, or maybe it was never your style to begin with. I am here to create for you a lasting legacy with a fresh look that you will be pleased to wear and pass on to the next generation.
Not only can I reuse the stones, but I can recycle your old gold. After determining karat and weight, I purchase your old gold at market value and apply a credit to your order.
Custom design is a specialty and with more than 30 years experience, I am qualified to make it happen. By utilizing sketches and photos, and a one-on-one approach, your ideas combined with our experience and craftsmanship to create…
Elegant Handcrafted Jewelry for a Lifetime.
You will be able to choose from the following metals:
Tracy Johnson has developed trusted relationships with many gemstone suppliers throughout the world. Gems may be shipped for your approval with a credit card deposit. We strive to source the most natural gems emphasizing conflict free diamonds as well.
If you do not know your ring size or it is a surprise gift for a loved one, contact us for a solution. We are here to help you.
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