Black Rose Diamond Pave Ring - R335g

Black Rose Diamond Pave Ring
$1,325.00
The striking choice of a 0.40ct rose-cut black diamond acts in sharp contrast to the thirteen 0.01ct diamonds pave set around. This bold choice of material combined with time-honored techniques creates the playful juxtaposition that energizes the overall feel of this ring. Available in 14kt white gold.

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Bark Gold Band - R003

Bark Gold Band
$575.00
18k yellow gold band with an intricate "bark" impression. Size 8.5.

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Sunrise Sapphire Band - CR116g-2

Sunrise Sapphire Band
$790.00
14kt white gold narrow band with seven 1.5mm multi-sapphires in pinks, oranges and yellows.
Size 7.0.

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New Leaf Diamond Band - R072gd7

New Leaf Diamond Band
$890.00
This ring is a perfect union of organic playfulness, quality design, and skillful execution. Each raised leaf-bud and sparkling diamond celebrates the life, growth, and endless potential of the wearer. Crafted in 14k white gold, this band is perfect when worn alone or as part of one's own unique collection of stackable rings. Available in sizes 6.5 and 7.0.

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Peridot Earrings - EM615g

Peridot Earrings
$145.00
18ky gold hooks with three stacked peridot rondelles.

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Geometric Diamond Anniversary Band - R238gd20

Geometric Diamond Anniversary Band
$1,390.00
18k yellow gold bud and square motif band set with 20 x 0.01ct diamonds.

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Medium Diamond Verve Band - R-382gd8

Medium Diamond Verve Band
$1,350.00
Anne applies a mix of old world rose cut and modern brilliant cut diamonds in a narrow width allowing the wearer to stack the ring more comfortably with other rings and create their own beautiful and individual combination. 14k white gold.

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Diamond Verve Cocktail Ring - R388-2

Diamond Verve Cocktail Ring
$1,850.00
A study in movement; this pieces is ripe with life and vigor as the gold spheres bubble up from the concave form. The stunning sparkle of the rose cut diamonds studded throughout the piece heightens it's effervescence. 18k yellow gold.

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Medium Diamond Verve Pendant - N1010gd

Medium Diamond Verve Pendant
$1,175.00
The playful mélange of gently sparkling rose cut diamonds combined with the fire and brilliance of the round brilliant cut diamonds adds a relaxed elegance to the delicate cluster of matte gold orbs. 18k yellow gold cable chain.

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Raw • Uncut • Unpolished

Colorado studio jeweler Todd Reed has made his name working with raw diamond cubes and other natural diamond shapes. "It started as a way to question society about the idea of perceived value. In particular how it relates to our ideas of beauty or perfection," he says.

There are certain ad campaigns including, "She'll like you at a half carat, but she'll love you at a carat" that prompted Todd to make this line of jewelry. His uses the most perfect diamond in the world, the actual raw diamond. Uncut. Unpolished. Natural, with perfect geometry.

Todd is a self-taught goldsmith who enjoys the hard work that goes into each piece. He has won many international awards, and is frequently included in books, trade publications, and consumer magazines. His work can be seen at the finest shows and exhibitions in the world, and Gallery Fifty is proud to present his jewelry.

I especially love the pieces that mix raw and cut diamonds — the juxtoposition and contrast is especially effective.

We have a few examples of Todd's work in stock, but expect more of his jewelry in the coming months. For more information or images check out www.toddreed.com; or contact us at 231-932-0775.

Sculptural and wearable

Nebraska studio jeweler Sydney Lynch is interested in tribal and ancient jewelry that illustrates the human need to arrange found objects in new and meaningful relationships. Her design vocabulary derives from a wide range of sources: the natural forms of rocks and seashells that she's collected since childhood, the lines and contours of landscapes where she's lived and traveled, the rich surfaces and intriguing shapes she find in weathered areas of the city.

"Working with the materials is the most exciting part of the process for me. Simply put, I like making things," she says.

Her production work focuses on oxidized sterling combined with 18k and 22k gold. To Sydney, it's important that her work be both sculptural and wearable. Many of her designs are abstract, leaving the wearer open to create a personal, intuitive relationship with the piece.

We will be posting photos of our large selection of Sydney's work on our website in the coming months. In the meantime, call 231-932-0775 for more information.

Jewelry as playful object

Danielle Miller's jewelry has always garnered attention for its kinetic elements. Clean, simple geometric forms are the building blocks of her designs, which are inspired by architecture, machines, toys and nature. By combining these seemingly different influences, she explores the concept of jewelry as playful object.

The South Carolina artist's current work is designed to attract and engage the attention of the wearer. The jewelry's articulated parts rely on the action of the wearer for motion. This action can be a simple turn of the body or a deliberate manipulation of the movable parts. This kinetic aspect of her work creates an intimate and unique relationship between jewelry and wearer. Her jewelry, by definition, is not only an object of personal adornment but also an object of personal interaction and recreation.

Her 'abacus' and 'geometric' lines have been the most popular. Both for their classic simplicity and interactive appeal. We will be adding Danielle's jewelry in the coming months, but in the meantime, check out her website: www.daniellemillerjewelry.com.

Naturally Contemporary • Irregularly Perfect

We've worked with Anne Sporton since the gallery's opening in 2004, and her work has always been an attraction. The jewelry designs are drawn from her strong belief in the universal language of shapes, symbols and forms. By combining the techniques of traditional goldsmithing with her eye for the avant-garde, her creations convey a captivating balance of sophistication and simplicity.

Countless couples have bypassed the typical chain jewelry stores for their wedding bands, in favor of Anne's naturally contemporary, irregularly perfect rings. We have a great selection of her jewelry online at: www.galleryfifty.com/experGallery.asp

Did you know? In 2002, Anne was honored with an image of her work on the Canadian - United States postage stamp.

Clean and Simple: Dana * David

New Jersey designer Dana Melnick's Cono Collection has been very popular in the gallery. We have a lot of clients who appreciate the jewelry for its clean, simple lines — perfect for everyday wear. It's elegant and stylish, but not overdone.

Her "Cono" collection could be called minimalist. This series is shown in a broad range of jewelry, but we focus on the stacking rings. Women are always pleased to see how these bands complement ones they already have, and we've even sold a few as anniversary or wedding rings. All are 18k gold and feature a brushed finish with diamonds or stones set in cone-shaped bezels.

I plan to add her in-stock jewelry to my web site in the coming months, but call with questions in the meantime: 231-932-0775.

Jennifer Trask Trunk Show

I was so thrilled to show the work of Jennifer Trask during the "Getting the Bugs Out" show. In February, she travelled from Ulster Park, New York to our northern Michigan winter wonderland greeted by both collectors and admirers. Gallery Fifty has represented Jennifer since our opening in November 2004, but this was our first trunk show for her and it worked beautifully with our "insects in art" theme.

Perhaps the most astonishing of her collection are her brooches made with Japanese beetle shells. At first glance the shells look like cabochons, highly polished and unfaceted. Trask transforms an otherwise detested, wily insect into something to be admired by the simplicity of its sheer beauty.

Jennifer makes one-of-a-kind jewelry objects and sculpture that exploit the inherent beauty of natural materials. Her work results from a passion for discovery, study and contemplation of the material world. The objects are not only a collection of textures and colors, but also a personal taxonomy of visual or conceptual relationships.

Check out www.jennifertrask.com for more information and images of her work.