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FREE ... With your order of $80.00 or more (excluding Kenneth Jay Lane) you will receive a gemstone jewelry component

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We designed most of the jewelry on this page with the thought in mind that you can duplicate anything you see here. Most of the designs are quite easy to make.

Lovely Opal Drop Earrings

Hand made opal inlay earrings signed by artist. I searched a long time for these beautiful opal drop earrings. They have both boulder opal and fire opal. About 1.5" long set into sterling silver. Smooth silver on the back--fr pierced ears. Signed, CJ. Now that I am in Colorado I can find wonderful Native American jewelry for you. Opal drop earrings, $95.00 the pair.









Lovely Turquoise Inlaid Drop Earrings

turquoise Here are two stunning examples of the delicacy and artistry of Native American jewelry design. Each about 1.5" long. The style on the left has a very Art Deco look. Signed SF. Turquoise and spiny oyster earrings, $120.00. The style on the right glitters with fine sterling inlaid bars.Signed CJ. Turquoise inlaid earrings, $75.00.







Carnelian, Amethyst, and Citrine Art Necklace

This dramatic combination of carnelian, amethyst, and citrine highlighted by silver detailed fittings is an outstanding original design, ours exclusively. The large round carnelian beads have the happiness symbol carved into the stone, and there are several large amethyst nuggets. The central carnelian "pi" (circle) is an important symbol in the Orient for strength and unity. The curved silver toggle bar is Bali sterling. The necklace is 17" long plus 1.5" for the carnelian donut. You can proudly display this necklace any time, and you will never see it in a store. Of course all the elements of it are also for sale separately on our bead pages. Carnelian art necklace, $180.00.

Strawberry Quartz & Sterling Set

This elegant combination highlights the beauty of the strawberry quartz facets when combined with small pink tourmaline facets. Th enecklace is actually a lariat with a closing loop of sterling daisy spacers that fits around a large faceted drop. Necklace is 25" long and has a strand of tourmaline and a strand of strawberry briolettes with tourmaline used as a spacer. Bracelet has sterling toggle clasp and earrings have a flower-motif post fitting. Strawberry quartz and tourmaline set, 4 pieces, $175.00.

Coral and Crystal Art Necklace

Another dramatic combination of coral and crystal highlighted by silver detailed fittings is a fabulous original design, ours exclusively. The central coral "pi" (circle) is an important symbol in the Orient for strength and unity. We made a detailed peyote stitch bar with tiny crystal beads to complete the toggle with the coral "pi". Between each large coral oval bead are 3 strands of the same color crystals centered with tiny freshwater pearls. Our unique Bali sterling lace bead adds luster. We think the colors of this necklace closely match the colors found in ocean depths. You can proudly display this necklace any time, and you will never see it in a store. Of course all the elements of it are also for sale separately on our bead pages. You could make it for yourself (not for resale, of course, unless you request our permission ...) Length 19.5" not including the 2" pi circle. Coral art necklace, $199.00.

Mother of Pearl Looks Perfect with Open Neckline


These mother of pearl designs will look perfect with your summer tops and your tan. Affordable yet unique and carefully designed by us to flatter you. The surface of each bead is very smooth and satiny. Mother of Pearl comes in an elegant creamy white and a coffee cream tan. Both have attractive subtle color variations. The necklace on the left above has 2 strands in front with sterling silver spacers. It is 18" long and one inch between the strands center front. Finished with a sterling "dolphin" clasp and we also used sterling spacers between the 6mm round beads.

The necklace on the right is a stunning combination of leaf beads in white Mother of pearl with coral and black onyx accents. We also used sterling spacers and a sterling toggle clasp. The necklace on the right is 18" long, the leaf pendants are 1.25".

The earrings are a simple drop style that go with either necklace or look fabulous alone! Sterling fittings. 2" long.

Mother of Pearl 2 strand necklace, $55.00. Mother of pearl necklace with coral, $42.00. Mother of pearl drop earring, $15.00.

Elegant Black Onyx Choker

This black and silver choker will go everywhere with you. The drops are beautifully faceted black onyx. The sterling separators are slightly curved. Wear it with a pair of your favorite sterling ear hoops. This is ours exclusively, carefully made in our studio to flatter you and not take a big bite out of your wallet. Finished with a sterling lobster claw clasp. Faceted onyx necklace, $35.00.









Jade in Mysterious Dark Tones

This jade bracelet can accompany all your outfits, since it is a neutral color which is very popular this season. The burnt jade beads have face-like carvings on them. The round beads are detailed flower beads. Jade flower bracelet, $30.00.

Dramatic Combination of Stone & Glass

This dramatic combination highlights the beauty of the strawberry quartz facets against accents of deepest jet black facets and antiqued silver detailed fittings. An outstanding original design, ours exclusively. This method of stringing multi-strand "stations" reaches back to ancient bead stringing traditions. Each large 16mm strawberry quartz bead is held by ornate "caps" and 3 rows of jet glass beads. Necklace is 15" long with a 2" sterling chain adjuster and sterling dolphin clasp. Strawberry quartz and jet necklace, $130.00.

Lovely Strands with Detachable Pendant-Four looks in One!

Soft and feminine tones of pinks reside in these strands of pearl and strawberry quartz beads, including diminutive mauve pink freshwater pearl, pure pink biwa sticks, and contrasting strawberry oblongs. The impressive strawberry pendant is detachable. All fittings and the clasp are sterling. The necklace can be worn straight or twisted into a torsade. This is a very wearable necklace for day and evening enjoyment. You can also attach the pendant to a sterling chain or another necklace. Length including sterling toggle clasp 16". Necklace of 3 strands, pearl and strawberry quartz, with pendant, $150.00.



Pink Earrings!

When you are in the pink mood, these will make you smile! It's wonderful that longer dangles are showing on the prettiest earlobes. These are rose and strawberry quartz with pink pearl accents. Just over 2" long. Sterling lever back earclasps so you won't lose them, for pierced ears. Flatter yourself or a friend. Pink quartz earrings, $45.00 the pair.














Good Luck Jade Beads and Butterfly

bone necklace bone necklace Jade brings luck. Here is a lucky necklace that is also flattering and elegant. This necklace has oval faceted and carved box jade beads. The spacers are carnelian in dark and light tones, a traditional complement to jade. The bone butterfly pendant is about 3" wide, the necklace is 18" long not including the pendant. Jade butterfly necklace, $75.00.









Artistic Necklace of Bone & Horn

bone necklace bone necklace This necklace, a quiet, dignified composition, has pale ivory color bone disc beads inlaid on the edges with tiny coral and turquoise pieces, alternating with golden brown horn spacers. The circular bone pendant is hand-etched with leaf forms on both sides. The materials used make this an extremely light weight necklace to wear, although the design is far from light weight. The etched bone disc is 1.25" in diameter. The necklace is 18" long and the center drop is 2.5". Designed by us and ours exclusively. Goldtone lobster claw clasp. Bone and Horn necklace with pendant, $49.99.













Elegant Lacquer and Enamel Necklace

Here is a lovely soft-looking bone and lacquer necklace with a variety of shapes and surface interest. The basket weave beads in the center have a relaxing egg-shape with openwork and soft beige shading. The larger lacquer beads also have an applied floral decoration of enamel in pastel tones which adds to the intricacy of the design. The smaller lacquer beads are carved to look like peonies. The addition of the pale bone disc spacers adds lightness. Length of the necklace is about 19" and the central bone bead is one inch long. Sterling toggle clasp. Red lacquer and enamel necklace, $70.00.








Earrings, with Moroccan Influence

Intricate patterns on a detailed oval silver bead with enamel in tones of amber and carnelian, accented by faceted carnelian beads to match. These earrings are light on the ear and dramatic. They drop about 2" below the sterling ear wire. Move flexibly as you move, since designed with 3 different "sections". Sterling findings. Moroccan bead earrings, $35.00 the pair.








Gaspeite "Mummy" Strand Pure Saturated Color!

Gaspeite is getting very rare, and the price will only go UP. The image shows a 2-strand bracelet and matching earrings. The designer added sterling star spacers and used silver crimp beads as accents to good effect. The center sterling focus bead has dark green enamel in the center motif on both sides. This is a Beads by Mail original design. The bracelet is 7.5" long and has a sterling rope twist toggle clasp for secure easy on and off. The center sterling disc is 14mm. The earring drop is 1.5" not counting the hook. Image enlarged to show detail. Gaspeite 2-strand bracelet, $140.00. Matching earrings, if purchased with bracelet, $28.00 the pair. Separately, earrings are $40.00 the pair.

Pure Blue Lapis Hearts

Here is a lovely blue lapis, Y-drape necklace with a toggle closing in front and soft silver accents. Note the detailing on the silver beads. The lapis hearts are very bright blue and smoothly polished. This necklace will cheer your days and nights. Total length 22". Sterling clasp. Ours exclusively. Lapis heart necklace, $80.00.















Summer Fiesta Set!

silver hoops silver hoops This colorful, sparkling summer set will make your wardrobe sing! The variety of colors will look wonderful with all your light summer outfits. The earrings are the most comfortable style of earrings to wear! We have used sterling silver hoops, Swarovski crystals, and rare Venetian millefiore drops. You would pay much more for the same quality in an upscale jewelry shop (we have seen similar styles for $200 and up). The self-closing ear hoops are about the size of a fifty cent piece (32mm), and the necklace is 15" long. (We can add a chain extender to lengthen the necklace if you like, no extra charge.) Fiesta hoop earrings with Venetian drops, $65.00. Fiesta necklace to match, $65.00. Set of earrings and necklace, $120.00 save $10.00.

Turquoise, Coral, Silver, Yes!

Another Beads by Mail exclusive design showing the beauty of coral and turquoise, with silver and an amusing toggle clasp with its own gem-set charm. The coral is our all-natural Mediterranean blood coral. The turquoise is from the Castle Dome mine, which was closed years ago but we can get turquoise that was mined there. You'll adore wearing this bracelet every day. The flower charm on the toggle has gaspeite, coral, and lapis inserts. Turquoise and coral 2-strand bracelet, $95.00.









Lovely Natural Stone Necklace

This necklace will fascinate you and everyone who sees it on you. Composed of large smooth chunks of jasper, artfully interspersed among carnelian and rock crystal accents. That center bead is over an inch in diameter, and a half inch thick. The necklace hangs perfectly on the neck. Length 17". Sterling filigree clasp. This piece was made in the 1980s and looks exactly the same as it did when I purchased it--that is, brand new. Although the stones themselves are very old! Jasper carnelian necklace, $90.00.










Pretty Fuchsia Earring

These earrings are lightweight yet impressive. For pierced ears. Each teardrop is about 1.25" high. Renee earring, choose garnet/amethyst, special price $15.00 the pair.










Lovely Delicate Earclips From Bohemia


These are lovely delicate pastel clip earrings that are surprisingly well made. Very comfortable on the ear. Size is about the same as a penny, with a 2" drop. Spring Meadow ear clip, $20.00 the pair.

Brilliant Butterfly in Fuchsia

Beautiful intense fuchsia Swarovski crystals adorn this lovely drop earring. The black tone of the metal forming the butterfly body and antennae is a perfect contrast. About 1.25" wide, prong-set crystals. Fuchsia butterfly earring, $38.00 the pair.








Rainbow Crystal Earring

These earrings are delicate but fiery, for pierced ears. They will light up any dressy outfit. About one inch long. Choose sapphire or olivine main color, both with rose ab and opalescent trim. Rainbow floral earring, $29.00 per pair.

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