CARMEN ANOCIBAR

.950 Silver Cradle of Love Rhondonite Cocktail Ring

Sharing the moniker of explorer Francisco Moreno, Argentina’s Perito Moreno Glacier is a 19-mile-long ice formation that forms an “ice field” with 48 adjoining glaciers. 

The ice field is considered the “world’s third largest reserve of freshwater.”  Argentina is also the birthplace of featured jewelry designer Carmen Anocibar.

MERLE O'GRADY

Gold Plated Antique Brass Agate
Bombshell Ring with Spikes

Waterford has the distinction of being Ireland’s oldest city so there is plenty of interesting sights to see.  The metropolis’ city hall, Waterford City Hall, is a remarkable vision of stunning 18^th century architecture. 

For those craving natural attractions you can relax on the beautiful golden sands of Dunmore East Beach.  Ireland is also home to featured jewelry designer Merle O’Grady.

SARAH HO | SHO

18K Yellow Gold V -Seal Feodora Ring with
Lemon Citrine & Pavé Yellow Sapphires
from V-Seal Collection

Opened to the public nearly twelve years ago, the Eden Project, located in Cornwall, England, is an ambitious attraction consisting of an array biomes.

Each biome serves different purposes that house various plant life.  England is also an ancestral home to featured jewelry designer Sarah Ho.

PALLADIUM | THE OTHER WHITE METAL

According to mgsrefining.com as of May 3, 2013 the price of gold topped out at $1,476.50 per ounce.  With gold prices rising since 2008 jewelers like Shirlee Grund (USA), Dominika Syczynska (Poland), and Karyn Chopik (Canada) work with alternative metals to great effect.  Sterling silver, titanium, bronze, copper and brass are breathtaking substitutes.

FRITZ CASUSE

Sterling Silver Turquoise & Peridot
Pendant with Pearl

Despite its controversial link to the military, New Mexico’s White Sands National Monument provides stunning natural visuals.

Situated within the mountain ranges of the Tularosa Basin are landscapes of beautiful white sands composed of gypsum crystals that remain cool to the touch during high temperatures.  New Mexico is also home to featured jewelry designer Fritz Casuse.