Montana is know for sapphires of many colors, but a Yogo sapphire is truly "Top Shelf". The deep blue color of a fine Yogo Sapphire is nearly unrivaled. Many sapphires and other gemstones exhibit "hints" of secondary colors. Meaning you might typically see a blue sapphire with a perhaps a touch of green. It may not be obvious at first glance, but it changes the "pure blue hue". A fine quality Yogo
18 Karat Gold-N-leather necklace
Hand fabricated in 18 karat yellow gold on 8.5 millimeter thick braided leather. The center piece of this work consists of 5 independent fused and hammer-finished loops with a suspended pendant set with pure blue turquoise. The clasp side of this necklace is also made of hand fabricated18 Karat gold: with hand made chain loops and a custom interlocking clasp. In total there is one troy ounce of
Sterling Silver and Turquoise Faith inspired bracelet
Hand fabricated in sterling silver and bezel set with turquoise. I lived in the community of Bloomington of south-central Indiana in 2011-2013. A wonderful place indeed for me to experience as i had spent most of my life in the western states. There in the "Heartland" of this great country i was blessed with opportunity to meet many of it's fine citizens, affectionately know as "Hoosiers". While
Spring Goddess moon
Spring Goddess Moon Fabricated in sterling silver and 14 karat yellow gold. Centered is the "Goddess" carved from natural Cripple Creek turquoise from the mountains of Colorado. Enhancing this piece are three "orbs" of sugilite and a dangle of chrysoprase. Delicate vines of gold trace the crescent moon. This was featured in Cowboys & Indians Magazine
belt buckle 2014
Genesis 2.1 : "Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all their multitude". crazy big hollowware style belt buckle depicts the heavens and sky; with centered terra firma life; and the oceans of deep. Sterling Silver- 14 karat gold- Black Wyoming jade- Montana white chalcedony- Kingman turquoise- yellow diamond
Black Jade silver copper bracelet 2014
Fabricated in sterling silver with copper barbed wire design this bracelet is host to an oval cut Wyoming black jade cabochon gem. This was my auction item at the 2014 Western Design Conference. It was well received.
Eagle Feathers ~ Wyoming Black Jade
14 karat yellow and rose gold Eagle Feathers embrace an custom cut oval cabochon of Wyoming Black Jade with Elk Ivory bezel set in Sterling Silver. Charlene commissioned this bracelet be made for her after we met in Jackson Hole's Western Design Conference in September of 2014. She had seen my auctioned bracelet there and really liked the look, so she provided some guidelines for the design
Black Jade From Wyoming; Sterling Silver And Copper
Black Jade from Wyoming set in a Sterling silver and copper Bracelet. This particular bracelet was donated to Western Design Conference for auction this September 2014. This is a special bracelet, hand-fabricated in sterling silver with highlights of pure copper. Bezel set in the center of this piece is an oval cut cabochon stone –Wyoming Black Jade. The Black Jade measures 1 ¼ x
Life in Montana
La Montaña. The Mountain: indeed, Western Montana has an abundance of mountains with endless treasures Here in Montana it truly is "Big Sky Country" where the horizon seems to stretch on and on. Some say Montana is "The Last Best Place" - you will have to come and see for yourself. Being the 4th largest state and with a
Sterling Silver, Copper and Turquoise Ring
Copper and silver are a wonderful pairing in jewelry making and with the addition of turquoise it makes a fabulous combination. In Fact turquoise is often found in the same mining area as copper. Must be meant to be together in jewelry-right?
One Carat Diamond Bracelet
Featured in Cowboys & Indians Magazine, this One Carat total Diamond weight bracelet is hand fabricated in solid 14 Karat gold (yellow frame & white barb wire) and weighs over one Troy ounce. A "flagship" of many of my works that include the barbed wire motif. Bezel set with two well matched certified round brilliant diamonds of Very Good proportions and finish. The diamonds weigh 0.50+
Turquoise Barbwire Bracelet
Price: $2,900.00* Available with natural turquoise. This turquoise and 14 Karat Gold bracelet is a wonderful compliment to any occasion and is in true western style. Hand fabricated in precious 14 karat yellow gold and white gold makes this design exquisite. The bracelet is "hefty" and weighs approximately one troy ounce.
Turquoise and 14 Karat Gold Barbwire Bracelet
Price: $2,495.00* Turquoise and 14 Karat Gold is a wonderful compliment in true western style. Hand fabricated in precious 14 karat yellow gold and white gold makes this jewelry exquisite. The soothing blue of turquoise added to this flattering blend of gold is an ideal combination. The bracelet weighs approximately one troy ounce. Add the companion ring:…………… $950.00
Blue Sapphire Barbed Wire Ring
Fine Blue Sapphire and 14 karat yellow gold barbed wire ring. This ring features 2 well matched blue sapphire in a stunning barbed wire western style design ring. The sapphires in this photo are "untouched color correction" and show what "Top Quality" blue should look like. These 2 stones are "diamond cut" giving them extreme brilliance. Please call for an estimate for outstanding combination.
Sterling Silver ~ 14 karat Gold Bracelet
Sterling Silver ~14 Karat Gold Bracelet with Quartz "point". This design is fabricated in sterling silver with yellow gold accents offering a contrasting "knock-out" bracelet. For 1,000's of years the indigenous people of the Americas and Europe have tooled stone into “points” to hunt and survive. Traditional available materials included; obsidian, jasper, chert and flint. My jewelry designs
14 Karat w/ Diamond Pendant – Twin Peaks
The splendor of mountain peaks are in the memory of all those that have climbed, hiked or photographed their immeasurable beauty. These custom designed jewelry pieces capture just a few I have witnessed and may be reminiscent of your great experiences. TWIN PEAKS is cast in 14 karat gold and set with a fine, white diamond weighing 1/10carat . The pendant weighs approximately 8.0 grams and is a
14 Karat w/ Diamond Pendant – Maroon Bells
The splendor of mountain peaks are in the memory of all those that have climbed, hiked or photographed their immeasurable beauty. These jewelry pieces capture just a few I have witnessed and may be reminiscent of your great experiences. MAROON BELLS is cast in 14 karat gold and set with a fine, white diamond weighing 1/10carat. The pendant weighs approximately 8.0 grams and is a highly
The Beaver Good Luck Charm
The Beaver. What an amazing creature. Truly a natural engineer and architect of wetlands. Creating rich habitats and thriving environments. Respected in nature and folklore........... AND as sports competitors! 14 Karat Solid Gold Good Luck Charm weighs 9 Grams Beaver Charms are also available in Sterling Silver (see silver photo below) (Chains available. Prices offered without
Sterling Silver Medallion
Sterling Silver Medallion of Barbed Wire. This necklace is super bold with the center piece measuring 2+ inches across. Highlighted with Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Black "schorl" Tourmaline.
Silver and Leather Bracelet
Hand fabricated bracelet Silver and Leather Bracelet set with 3 turquoise
Red Deer Pendant with Braided Leather
This line of jewelry incorporates quality gold craftsmanship with the understated touch of leather. Attention to detail is the goal. Red Deer is a bold new design celebrating the splendor of some of the largest of the deer family. Also known as Wapiti or Elk in North America it is often admired with a spiritual reverence. This elegant pendant has been hand-crafted in 14 karat gold, and weighs
Gold Hand Woven Wedding Rings
Braided 14 Karat Gold Custom Designed Wedding Ring Set - His and Hers
Ultra Barbwire Bracelet
Crafted in a heavy 6 gauge (4.12MM) with 12 gauge "Barbs" this Sterling silver bracelet weighs approximately 2 troy ounces. Read what the owner has to say... “I love it. You know, you crafted it so perfectly, it fits so like my own skin - it's not poking or jabbing...no one would believe I could wear something so raw LOOKING and have it feel this way. The weight is WONDERFUL - you nailed it
Ultra “Light” Barbed Wire Bracelet
Price: $595.00* Ultra "light" Barbed Wire Bracelet. This one was made for a size 6 1/2 inch wrist. This bracelet has 3 Barbs, using the same 12 gauge sterling silver round wire as the heavier "Ultra Barbed Wire Bracelet". I have fabricated this bracelet with a lighter 8 gauge wire for the twisted frame. This offers an overall lighter bracelet design with the same bold look.
Sterling Silver Large Turquoise Bracelet
Sterling Silver Large Turquoise Bracelet. Sterling silver bracelet with natural untreated Cripple Creek, Colorado Turquoise
Sterling Silver Bracelet with Quartz Point
Sterling Silver Barbed Wire Bracelet with Quartz Point For 1,000's of years the indigenous people of the Americas and Europe have tooled stone into “points” to hunt and survive. Traditional available materials included; obsidian, jasper, chert and flint. My jewelry designs break from tradition by using valued gem materials such as Quartz, Garnet, Amethyst, Citrine to name a few. These gemstones
Sterling Silver Bracelet and Ring
Price: TBD Barbed Wire Style matching Sterling Silver bracelet and ring.
Sterling Silver and Turquoise Ring
Sterling silver and Turquoise "Barbed Wire" design ring is available in most sizes. Currently I am cutting natural Cripple Creek Turquoise from the Florence Mine located in Cripple Creek, Colorado. This turquoise is untreated, durable and varies in color from vivid blues to blue /green with a some having a tan / brown matrix. This style ring is also available in sterling silver with a 14 karat
Sugilite and Sterling Silver Ring
Price: $425.00* I had a request from Patti in Aztec, New Mexico for a "purple stone" set in a sterling silver ring. Normally I make this ring with a blue turquoise, but with this inquiry, Sugilite seemed like a ideal alternative. Some specimens may be a vivid purple and often varies from lavender to plum in color and may exhibit a dark matrix. It is a natural gemstone (South Africa-major
Certified Diamonds
There are endless qualities of diamonds available on the market. One way of insuring you are receiving the quality you are purchasing is to request a certified stone. A certification is done by an independent, unbiased laboratory grading a diamond for quality, including: Clarity Color Cutting: proportions & polish (which I believe is of utmost importance for a diamond to maximize
