Pearl Guide

From the adorable to the sublime, here is an octopus from Avi Raz at A&Z Pearls. You can see his other Pearls of the Week here.



You can see more one of a kind jewels at their website: www.azpearls.com

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Sheri Jurnecka was a big hit in Tucson this year as she was stopped repeatedly by admirers of her fantastical and enormous octopus-pearl creations. And now she has spawned a litter of little creatures, seen below along with two "adults" in different metals.



Even the undersides are a work of art.


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(And here is a quick update photo as Sheri has incorporated opalescent enamels and a Sea of Cortez pearl. 5/17/2015)



All photos by Sheri Jurnecka.

Enjoy the octopodes! (Plural...

The Tucson GJX show has a treat inside - the Idar-Oberstein Group Pavilion. Here you can find gem carvings of myriad themes and materials. And at the Pauly booth, we were surprised to find that pearls were represented.


Behold the beautiful sea urchin carved from gemstone and encrusted with pearls! Beautifully carved by Hans-Ulrich Pauly, down to the tiniest detail.


No aspect was left unfinished in this beautiful piece. The underside was as lovingly carved as the top. All their...

Once again, I found some lovely pearl jewels at Isabelle Langlois in the JCK Tucson show. Here are two beautiful pairs of sea life earrings to enjoy as the newest Pearls of the Week.





Enjoy!

Click here to see earlier Isabelle Langlois gems.

See more at www.isabellelanglois.com

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If you don't know Wolf -- Dr. Wolf Bialonczyk, that is, then you are missing out on some of the finest and rarest natural pearl jewelry in the world.


Dr. Wolf Bialonczyk at the JCK Tucson show.

We spent an enjoyable time taking photographs of his collection, and although English isn't his strong suit, we were able to converse fairly well and took some great pictures. I have admired his work on his website for years and it was a thrill to meet him and see the gems in person. I felt...

The artistry of Alishan is evident in this elegant textured pendant. And what better adornment than a lovely natural freshwater pearl? Alishan Halebian makes jewelry that is irresistible on many levels. This is a piece that could be worn every day in every situation.



Alishan was our first featured designer as a Pearls of the Week HERE.

Visit the Alishan website to see video and more, or find Alishan on Facebook. Alishan will be exhibiting at the Couture Show at Wynn Las Vegas, May 28...