hand-carved gold and precious gemstones that evoke an old world aesthetic, it is a touchstone for your life–the transient marked by the enduring.

Due to the characteristics of handmade jewelry, dimensions are approximate, and gemstones will vary slightly in size and color. The beauty of working with raw materials is that no two gemstones are exactly alike. Rose-cut diamonds are available in many different shades and colors and have natural inclusions, which bring character to each piece. Contact us for any special requests or preferences and we will do our best to accommodate. 

14 Karat Yellow and 18 Karat Yellow gold comparison

GOLD KARAT OPTIONS 

We offer jewelry in both 14 and 18-karat yellow gold. Gold is mixed with different alloys to strengthen the metal. 14k gold is made up of 58.3% gold and  41.7% alloyed metals while 18k gold is made up of 75% gold and 25% alloyed metals.

14k gold is a paler yellow due to the lower saturation of gold and 18k has a richer yellow tone due to its higher gold content. 14k yellow gold is stronger, but with proper jewelry care, both karats can be worn daily. Deciding between the two often comes down to your budget and what you find aesthetically pleasing. See the photo for a side-by-side comparison. 

We would be happy to accommodate your request if you prefer white or rose gold. Please contact us: info@susanhighsmith.com

hand-carved gold and precious gemstones that evoke an old world aesthetic, it is a touchstone for your life–the transient marked by the enduring.

RING SIZE 

Please visit a local jewelry store to get your finger sized before placing a ring order. Our fingers constantly fluctuate in size, and it’s important that the ring fits well. Please note that rings with carved details along the entire band cannot be resized. If you do not see your ring size online, please contact us.

CARE

Our jewelry is handcrafted with the highest standards in mind, and we encourage you to treat each piece with care.