Diamond Jewelry
Artist and Artisan Crafted Jewelry

Where the name comes from: Ancient Greek adámas - unbreakable. Diamond has many records for extremes amongst materials being the hardest, stiffest, least compressible, best thermal conductor and most transparent.
Where the stones come from: Found worldwide, most currently commercial diamonds come from Russia, Botswana, Australia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some diamonds are thought to have originated in deep space and been brought to earth by meteorites.
Chemistry: Carbon, with up to 0.3% of nitrogen. Diamond is one of the two naturally found forms of carbon along with graphite.
Colors: Pure diamonds are colorless, there are varying degrees of yellow tints, There are also the very rare "fancy color diamonds" which can have any color.
...and another thing: Diamonds are formed in the earth's mantle about 150km below the surface, geological processes then bring them within mining reach, diamonds are hundreds of millions of years old. Industrial diamonds are not used for jewelry, they are made synthetically.
Diamonds are one of the four precious gemstones along with emeralds, rubies and sapphires

Amethyst and diamond cocktail ring, 'Happiness' (Brazil) On sale - now $191.66 - was $212.95 Glistening with mystical elegance, faceted amethyst crowns the design of this ring by Alice Domingues. "I was inspired by the Cosmic holistic technique intended to connect cosmic consciences through symbols," explains the Brazilian designer, who surr more... Amethyst drop earrings, 'Diamond Sparkle' (Indonesia) On sale - now $49.46 - was $54.95 Shaped like diamonds, faceted amethysts sparkle in their sleek argent settings. These beautiful earrings by Kenari fuse modern styling with Indonesian tradition. .925 Sterling silver more... Amethyst pendant necklace, 'Jaipur Diamond' (India) On sale - now $67.46 - was $74.95 Teardrop amethysts pose on each point of an opulent diamond. Created in sterling silver, this ornate pendant from Bhavesh is centered with a circular stone and hangs on a sleek chain. .925 Sterling silver more... Cedar dangle earrings, 'Sunset Diamond' (Mexico) On sale - now $35.96 - was $39.95 A talented painter, Gerard Terrien brings motifs from his canvases to these dramatic earrings. Red and black represent sunset's splendor. He paints the motifs freehand on cedar wood, so no two pieces of jewelry are exactly identical. The signature ea more... Coconut shell and terracotta dangle earrings, 'Medieval Diamonds' (Ghana) On sale - now $17.96 - was $19.95 The extraordinary earrings are crafted by hand with ornate terracotta beads centering coconut shell diamonds. "The subtle organic colors and style of this design makes me think of medieval architecture," confides Nonyem Abena Ibeneme. The earrings da more... Coconut shell pendant necklace, 'Diamond Sun' (Thailand) $22.49 Radiating organic elegance, a florid sun centers this original design by Thailand's Sasithon Saisuk. The pendant and ornate beads are carved from coconut shell, and then they are threaded by hand to form this spectacular necklace. more... Cow bone dangle earrings, 'Peten Diamonds' (Guatemala) On sale - now $31.46 - was $34.95 Hugo Ba Aguilar designs earrings of natural elegance. He crafts them by hand with hand-carved cow bone rhomboids centered by darkened cylinders of the same material. They hang from stainless steel hooks. more... Dichroic art glass jewelry set, 'Dancing Diamond' (Mexico) On sale - now $62.96 - was $69.95 Suspended in a sterling diamond, dichroic art glass reveals icy tonalities. Debora and Marco design and craft an enchanting set of necklace and earrings. The pendant is displayed on a stainless steel choker while the earrings hang from silver wires. more... Eggshell mosaic box, 'Dazzling Diamond' (round) (Thailand) $39.95 Dazzling on a sleek, dark cylinder, a mosaic diamond reveals an ancient craft technique. Lacquerware was brought to Thailand from China centuries ago; today Thai artisans have developed their own unique styles. Nantana Sompamitre crafts a decorative more... Eggshell mosaic box, 'Dazzling Diamond' (square) (Thailand) $27.95 Dazzling on a sleek, dark square, a mosaic diamond reveals an ancient craft technique. Lacquerware was brought to Thailand from China centuries ago; today Thai artisans have developed their own unique styles. Nantana Sompamitre crafts a decorative bo more... Eggshell mosaic jewelry box, 'Shining Diamond' (Thailand) $49.95 Dazzling on sleek, dark lacquer, a mosaic diamond arises from an ancient craft technique. Nantana Sompamitre crafts a jewelry box of dramatic beauty. Shaped of mango wood, it boasts motifs of intricate eggshell mosaic. The box features two velvet lin more... Garnet drop earrings, 'Diamond Sparkle' (Indonesia) $63.99 Shaped like diamonds, faceted garnets sparkle in their sleek argent settings. These beautiful earrings by Kenari fuse modern styling with Indonesian tradition. The gemstones total 4 carats. .925 Sterling silver more... Garnet jewelry set, 'Art Deco Diamonds' (India) On sale - now $71.96 - was $79.95 A trio of radiant garnets centers this elegant pendant by Shanker. Inspired by Art Deco motifs, its silver geometry recalls classic designs. Thought to act in the first chakra, garnets help one be present in the physical body, enhancing the ability t more... Garnet pendant necklace, 'Jaipur Diamond' (India) $87.95 Teardrop garnets pose on each point of an opulent diamond. Created in sterling silver, this ornate pendant from Bhavesh is centered with a circular stone and hangs on a sleek chain. .925 Sterling silver more... Garnet pendant necklace, 'Jaipur Diamond' (India) $87.95 Teardrop garnets pose on each point of an opulent diamond. Created in sterling silver, this ornate pendant from Bhavesh is centered with a circular stone and hangs on a sleek chain. .925 Sterling silver more... Garnet waterfall necklace, 'Queen of Diamonds' (India) On sale - now $116.96 - was $129.95 Red garnet diamonds hold scarlet teardrops, their crimson charisma enhanced by silver settings. Suspended on a sterling chain, they grace a regal waterfall necklace designed by Neeru Goel. .925 Sterling silver more... Gold accent diamond necklace, 'Angel Gabriel' (Brazil) $119.95 Shaped of sterling silver, Gabriel the Archangel is graceful and lovely. The winged messenger of God holds a flower bathed in 18k gold and centered with a sparkling diamond. Gabriel is the angel who brings good news, superbly depicted by Anna Paula V more... Gold accent diamond pendant, 'Angel Gabriel' (Brazil) On sale - now $110.66 - was $122.95 Shaped of sterling silver, Gabriel the Archangel is graceful and lovely. The winged messenger of God holds an 18k gold flower centered with a sparkling diamond. Gabriel is the angel who brings good news, superbly depicted by Anna Paula Vivacqua. .925 more... Gold accent half hoop earrings, 'Golden Diamonds' (Indonesia) On sale - now $53.96 - was $59.95 Timeless classics with a modern look, these half hoop earrings are designed by Diah Arini. The earrings are crafted by hand with millenary sterling silver techniques. Arini adds 18k gold plated accents to create fascinating contrasts of color and tex more... Gold and diamond pendant necklace, 'Holy Spirit' (Brazil) On sale - now $488.66 - was $542.95 Shining bright, the Holy Spirit spreads its wings in divine majesty. According to the Gospels, the Holy Spirit is the third person in the Christian Trinity and though not really a person, it commands, exhorts, and comforts as the Invisible Presence o more... Gold diamond necklace, 'Angel Raphael' (Brazil) On sale - now $926.96 - was $1,029.95 Known as "God's Physician," the archangel Raphael is patron saint of the ill. His name means "God Heals," and he is thought to protect hospitals. The angel takes shape in a dazzling pendant of 18k gold. By Anna Paula Vivacqua, it features six sparkli more... Jade pendant, 'Quetzal Diamond' (Guatemala) $94.95 Prized by the Maya, a sleek jade diamond becomes a pendant in the hands of Pedro Silva. On the reverse side, quetzal birds are beautiful symbols of Guatemala. The pendant is handcrafted of sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver more... Jade pendant, 'Quetzal Diamond' (Guatemala) $94.95 Prized by the Maya, a sleek jade diamond becomes a pendant in the hands of Pedro Silva. On the reverse side, quetzal birds are beautiful symbols of Guatemala. The pendant is handcrafted of sterling silver. .925 Sterling silver more... Lapis lazuli dangle earrings, 'Diamond Moon' (India) On sale - now $55.96 - was $69.95 Captured in silver moonlight, lapis lazuli is serenely blue. Shanker showcases its deep, rich color with polished cabochon gems. They adorn earrings of sophistication and grace. .925 Sterling silver more... Onyx dangle earrings, 'Double Diamond' (Mexico) On sale - now $52.16 - was $57.95 Franco Varela Mindez demonstrates the art of silver filigree as he fashions double diamonds by hand. Flanked by globes of polished black onyx, they are transformed into earrings. .925 Sterling silver more... Rose quartz pendant, 'Ace of Diamonds' (Peru) On sale - now $80.96 - was $89.95 Inspired by classic poker cards, Victor Williams plays with sterling textures. He centers the luminous diamond with a radiant rose quartz cabochon, believed to be the universal gem of love. .925 Sterling silver more... Silver accent wristband bracelet, 'Black Diamond Flower' (Thailand) $31.99 Knotted by hand on black cords, small stamped silver beads form delightful diamonds. Napapat showcases the silver art of Thailand's Karen hill tribe. This beautiful macrame bracelet slips over the wrist, and the length can be adjusted by sliding the more... Silver accent wristband bracelet, 'Red Diamonds' (Thailand) $49.99 Knotted by hand on crimson cords, shining beads form delightful diamonds. Napapat showcases the silver art of Thailand's Karen hill tribe. This beautiful macrame bracelet slips over the wrist, and the length can be adjusted by sliding the knot along more... Silver chain bracelet, 'Moonlit Diamonds' (Peru) On sale - now $71.96 - was $79.95 Moonlit diamonds bring spectacular elegance to a design by Adriana de Gadea. Crafted by hand of Peruvian silver, they link into a bracelet of modern femininity. .950 Silver more... Silver dangle earrings, 'Diamond Cascade' (Peru) On sale - now $76.46 - was $84.95 Shining diamonds of sterling silver link in a vivacious cascade. Designed by Rocio Talavera in Peru, these contemporary earrings go with everything. .925 Sterling silver more... Silver dangle earrings, 'Filigree Diamonds' (Peru) On sale - now $106.16 - was $117.95 Asymmetrical in shape, these elegant earrings link four open diamonds of differing textures. A master at the art of filigree, Alfredo Inga creates a design of feminine loveliness. .925 silver more... Sterling silver anklet, 'In Diamonds' (India) On sale - now $62.96 - was $69.95 Shaped of sterling silver, gleaming squares each enclose four diamonds. Shubhra Singh applies geometric principles to the design of this shining ankle bracelet. Crafted by hand, the anklet is thoroughly modern. .925 Sterling silver more... Sterling silver dangle earrings, 'Pebbled Diamond' (Indonesia) On sale - now $44.96 - was $49.95 Gleaming silver diamonds reveal fascinating pebbled textures. Crafted by hand, these minimalist earrings come from Desi Antari in Bali. .925 Sterling silver more... Sterling silver link bracelet, 'Clubs and Diamonds' (Indonesia) $104.99 Linked with sterling loops, silver circles and diamonds suggest playing card motifs. This very original bracelet is an original design by Bali's Sukartini. .925 Sterling silver more... Sterling silver link bracelet, 'Filigree Diamonds' (Thailand) On sale - now $35.96 - was $39.95 Silver strands whirl in dazzling filigree diamonds. Crafted by hand, this modern bracelet is presented by Aoy. .925 Sterling silver more... Sterling silver link necklace, 'Filigree Diamonds' (Thailand) On sale - now $74.66 - was $82.95 Silver strands whirl in dazzling filigree diamonds. Crafted by hand, this modern necklace is presented by Aoy. .925 Sterling silver more... Wood and leather jewelry box, 'African Diamond' (Ghana) $47.95 A bold diamond encloses traditional West African design motifs. Depicted in tooled leather, they cover a jewelry box by Francis Agbete. The beautiful coffer is lined in velvet. more...