Food & Drink
Ring in the New: Seattle Jewelers Are Breaking With Tradition
Chunky rings go chic
By Nia Martin February 19, 2018
This article originally appeared in the February 2018 issue of Seattle magazine.
This article appears in print in the February 2018 issue. Click here to subscribe.
When it comes to fine jewelry, local jewelers shining up rings that make a statement with their unusual cuts and details.
1. Love Bug
For the worldly woman, this ceramic and 14K gold Etruscan Revival scarab ring ($3,600) is one of many unique finds at Isadoras Antique Jewelry (downtown, 1601 First Ave.; 206.441.7711; isadoras.com), which carries a curated selection of vintage treasures.
Photo: Isadoras
2. Bright Side
This gorgeous and rare piece ($8,850) from classic gem purveyor Gordon James Fine Diamonds (Bellevue, 10133 Main St.; 425.777.4451; gordonjamesdiamonds.com) is set in 18K hand-engraved yellow gold and is the fire opal of our eye. Also available in other stones and sizes.
Photo: Gordon James
3. Rock It
Fashioned for the chic, modern woman, Gurhan’s rectangular drusy quartz ring ($560), from its “Mystere” collection, is set in 24K yellow gold with sterling silver band. From refined and contemporary jewelry destination Alvin Goldfarb Jeweler (Bellevue, 305 Bellevue Way NE; 425.454.9393; agjeweler.com).
Photo: Gurhan
4. Purple Rain
Local jewelry designer Jamie Joseph’s one-of-a-kind rings are simply dazzling. This eye-catching chevron amethyst ($705) in a 14K gold frame with sterling silver band is the perfect choice for a one-of-a-kind partner. Available at select retailers, including Northwest favorite Twist (Pacific Place, downtown, 600 Pine St., No. 130; 206.315.8080; twistonline.com).
Photo: Twistonline.com
5. Great Shape
Sleek and uniquely carved, the malachite marquise cocktail ring ($169), set in sterling silver, is designed for the bold by Lisa Bridge, a descendant of famed Seattle jeweler Ben Bridge. Available at Ben Bridge Jeweler (multiple locations including downtown, 1432 Fourth Ave.; 206.628.6800; benbridge.com).
Photo: Ben Bridge
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