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Two Sisters Jewelry. the marriage of my life-long love of jewelry and an interest in the advent of beads as
commercial and anthropological artifacts. Interpreting designs through the aesthetic of my teenage daughters
("two sisters") adds color and fun. And producing the pieces in gems, stones, minerals, silver, clay and other
elements found in nature keeps the pieces true to the warm, tactile and eminently human aspect of personal
adornment.
About craftsmanship. I use only the highest quality materials. Gemstones, pearls, jade, turquoise, coral,
carnelian, jaspers, art glass from the United States and Italy, silver pendants from India, Pakistan and
Thailand, African trade beads. all are clearly described for each item. All findings are sterling silver or
vermeil, unless otherwise noted.
I am happy to work with you on special orders or adaptations of any of the designs you see here. Enjoy!
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Natural Turquoise Choker 20"
Item #: 208
Price: $90.00
20" choker of natural turquoise flat tear drops, carnelian and sterling silver spacers, and a round carnelian and sterling silver box clasp. Turquoise is said to represent the earth and air elements, and is the planetary stone for Aquarius. Turquoise plays a role in myth and legend for the Egyptians, Aztecs and Navajos, as well. Navajo women never leave their hogans without wearing their turquoise, which they consider a shield against evil. According to Native American tradition, a turquoise attached to a bow will guide the arrow to its target, and similarly it guides the traveler to a safe and happy trail's end. In Eastern cultures, carnelian is favored as promoting strength. A stone of ambition and drive, it is said to help the wearer make choices and decisions.
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Opal Necklace 23"
Item #: 165
Price: $90.00
Unusual piece of opal from the Yowah mines in Australia, approximately 1" by 2" long by ¾" deep. Stone has a flat
cut on top to show the opal's fire, was left uncut on the other sides, and given a high polish. It is set with four
strands of braided labradorite slabs and white pearls. 23" Clasp is a simple flat matte "S" hook from Ethiopia.
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Potato Pearls Choker 19"
Item #: 198 and 199
Price: $45.00 and $40.00
Choker of navy blue top-drilled potato pearls strung in "triplets" with white potato pearl spacers. Clasp is an
sterling silver and marcasite bead with a screw closure. 19"
Bright white freshwater pearls frame "triplets" of navy blue top-drilled potato pearls. Sterling silver and pearl
toggle clasp. 20"
(Photo shows both pieces)
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Blown Venetian Glass Necklace 20"
Item #: 105
Price: $125.00
Blown Venetian glass focal bead set in yellow turquoise with onyx spacers and a sterling silver clasp.
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Blown Venetain Glass Necklace 20"
Item #: 98
Price: $125.00
Blown Venetian glass focal bead set in azurine beads, brass spacers and vermeil clasp.
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