Natural Gemstone Jewelry
The Gem Edition is our smallest, most carefully chosen collection. Every piece is built around a whole natural gemstone with its own character, paired with solid 14k gold filled or sterling silver findings (never plated). Watermelon tourmaline, larimar, sunstone, freshwater pearl, and turquoise sit at the center of each design, so the stone is what you see first.
These are real cut and faceted stones, not crushed minerals suspended in resin. If you love the celestial swirl of our Galaxy Collection or the beachy translucence of Vacation Treasures, the Gem Edition is the natural next step: same studio, same hand finishing, with whole gemstones doing the talking. Each piece is made to order in our Florida studio in 1 to 3 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The Gem Edition uses whole natural gemstones, including larimar from the Dominican Republic, watermelon tourmaline, sunstone, freshwater pearl, and turquoise. These are cut and faceted stones, not crushed mineral powder or simulated stones.
Wipe each piece with a soft dry cloth after wear. Avoid water, perfume, lotion, and sunscreen, which can dull both the stone and the metal over time. Store flat in the original pouch to prevent the beaded strands from tangling. Larimar and tourmaline are softer than diamonds, so keep them separate from harder stones.
Gem Edition features whole natural gemstones in their cut form, strung on 14k gold filled or sterling silver findings. The Crushed Stones Collection uses real crushed gemstones (malachite, abalone, lapis, howlite) set into clear resin for a different visual look. Both lines use real stones, the difference is how they are presented.
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Natural Larimar Jewelry from the Dominican Republic
Larimar is one of the rarest blue stones in fine jewelry. It is found in only one place on earth, a single mountainside in the Dominican Republic, where it formed from ancient volcanic activity along the Caribbean coast. The color sits somewhere between Caribbean shallows and pale sky, with soft white veining that no two stones share.
Our larimar pieces are built with faceted Larimar beads strung with 14k gold filled accents:
- Larimar Gold Beaded Necklace — $180, our flagship larimar piece
- Gold Larimar Bracelet — $93, the everyday companion piece
Both pieces are designed to layer. Wear the necklace on its own as a quiet statement, or pair it with the bracelet for a matched set. Read more about larimar's geology on Mindat.
Watermelon Tourmaline Necklace
Watermelon tourmaline is one of the most distinctive stones in nature. A single crystal carries a pink core wrapped in a green outer layer, the result of a chemical shift during crystal growth deep inside the earth. No two slices are identical.
The Watermelon Tourmaline Necklace ($204) features natural faceted tourmaline beads (approximately 3mm) accented with three cubic zirconia crystals and 14k gold filled findings. It is the centerpiece of the Gem Edition and the piece most asked about in our newest releases.
For more on tourmaline grading and color, see the GIA tourmaline reference.
Sunstone and Freshwater Pearl Pieces
Two natural stones, two very different moods.
Sunstone Beaded Bracelet ($93). Sunstone catches light like a slow flicker, with copper and gold inclusions that shimmer when you move. Paired with 14k gold filled elements, it reads warm and sunlit on the wrist. A favorite for late spring and summer wear.
Pearl Turquoise Beaded Necklace ($93). Real freshwater pearls and turquoise Japanese beads in a soft, layered pattern. This piece is quiet enough for daily wear but distinctive enough to stand on its own. Looks especially good against linen, denim, or a simple white tee.
Both are made to order with the same metal standards as the rest of the Gem Edition: solid 14k gold filled, not plated.
Whole Stones vs. Crushed Gemstone Jewelry
If you have been exploring our other collections, the Gem Edition is the most traditional in feel. Every piece here uses whole, cut, or faceted natural stones, the kind you would expect from a classic gemstone setting.
Our other collections take a different creative path:
- Crushed Stones Collection uses real crushed gemstones (malachite, abalone, lapis, howlite) set into clear resin for a fluid, modern look
- Galaxy Collection suspends crushed minerals and shimmer in deep blue and black resin
- Vacation Treasures features crushed turquoise, mother of pearl, larimar, and Swarovski in clear resin
- Floral Romance preserves real pressed flowers in resin
The Gem Edition is the line for the customer who wants to see the gemstone in its natural cut form.
Made to Order in Our Florida Studio
Every Gem Edition piece is made to order in our small Florida studio. Production runs 1 to 3 weeks, depending on the design. Unsure of your size for a beaded bracelet? Our $7 ring sizer ships separately and includes the cost of shipping.