| Oregon Sunstone by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 27.81 carat Oregon Sunstone is a carved briolette. It is drilled at the top so it can be suspended from a peg or cap. The shimmering light in this sunstone, which is called schiller, is caused by copper inclusions that are found only in sunstone from Oregon. This particular piece is from the Dust Devil Mine. |
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Oregon Sunstone by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Scent Bottle by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| The shapely blue chalcedony bottle is intricately sculpted all around, and crowned by a 102.65 ct. ametrine/clear quartz top that completes the form in colorful elegance. The single boulder of blue chalcedony, from which the bottle was carved, was mined in Turkey. The top was carved from Bolivian ametrine. Standing 4.5 inches tall, this sculpture won an honorable mention in the 3rd Annual Engraving Competition held in Ida Oberstein, Germany. It is currently available for purchase.
Photo by Azad. |
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Scent Bottle by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| "Southwest Sunset" by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| The 443.18 ct. ametrine sun sinks into 1407.77 cts. of softly sculpted rose quartz clouds. The brilliant sun is top gem-quality, natural Bolivian ametrine. The ephemeral clouds are sculpted out of unusually transparent, matte-finished rose quartz from Madagascar. Southwest Sunset is 2.75 inches tall and 4 inches wide. It is currently available for purchase.
Photo by Robert Weldon |
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"Southwest Sunset" by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Tanzanite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 9.54 carat Tanzanite literally dances with light. Photo by Robert Weldon |
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Tanzanite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Tanzanite (close up) by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This photo shows the carving on the 9.54 carat Tanzanite close up. Notice how the front and back carving work together to create light in this exceptional gemstone. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Tanzanite (close up) by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Uruguayan Citrine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 10.84 carat Uruguayan citrine is fiery orange. The lovely tapered shape, combined with the lustrous curved surfaces of the carving, creates a brilliant gem. |
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Uruguayan Citrine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Bi-colored Afghani Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 10.43 carat, bi-color Afghani Tourmaline is a seafoam color on one end and a lustrous green on the other. Tourmalines of this color and quality are hard to come by. The fluid carving, concave surfaces and precisely placed back carving brings this gem to life. |
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Bi-colored Afghani Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Pair of Nigerian Rubellite Tourmalines by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 10.76 carat pair of Nigerian Rubellite Tourmalines was cut from a single crystal. The fluid lines and sensuous curves of the carving ignite the lustrous color with inner light. |
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Pair of Nigerian Rubellite Tourmalines by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Afghani Green Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This is a lively, 4.64 carat, Afghani Green Tourmaline with delicate but vivid color. |
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Afghani Green Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Pair of Green Tourmalines by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 20.02 carat pair of Green Tourmalines was cut from a single piece of rough that originated in Mozambique. The blue green color, fine clarity and refined carving create a stately pair that would be difficult to duplicate. |
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Pair of Green Tourmalines by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Afghani Golden Beryl by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 12.17 carat Afghani Golden Beryl glows brilliantly in an unusual six-sided shape. |
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Afghani Golden Beryl by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Aquamarine Briolette by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| I carved this lovely aquamarine briolette for a special order. It weighs 31.08 carats and measures 21.24mmL x 16.04mmW x15.24mmD. This is unenhanced, Nigerian aquamarine of very fine color and clarity. The briolette is drilled from the top so it can be pegged, and hang free. |
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Aquamarine Briolette by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Aquamarine Briolette II by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| The briolette is carved around the entire circumference, and is beautiful from all angles. This photo shows four different views of the same gem.
The gem shown is an aquamarine briolette weighs 31.08 carats and measures 21.24mmL x 16.04mmW x15.24mmD. This is unenhanced, Nigerian aquamarine of very fine color and clarity. The briolette is drilled from the top so it can be pegged, and hang free.
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Aquamarine Briolette II by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Bolivian Ametrine I by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 90.04 carat Bolivian Ametrine has deep, dimensional carving on top and precisely placed grooving on the back to illuminate the swirling colors. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Bolivian Ametrine I by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Bolivian Ametrine II by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This very fine 33.11 carat Bolivian Ametrine has astonishingly deep color and dramatic color separation. This lush gem is intricately carved in the back for maximum brilliance. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Bolivian Ametrine II by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Brazilian Aquamarine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 6.37 carat Brazilian Aquamarine has a curvaceous freeform shape that is echoed in the flowing lines of the carving. |
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Brazilian Aquamarine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Cambodian Zircon and Nigerian Rubellite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 6.92 carat Cambodian Blue Zircon and Nigerian Rubellite Tourmaline are both beautiful examples of the curvilinear, organic style that I feel best captivates the spirit of a gem. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Cambodian Zircon and Nigerian Rubellite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Green Afghani Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 9.36 carat Afghani Green Tourmaline has a traditional outer shape that is easy to set into jewelry. It is brought to life by the lush, curvilinear carving. |
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Green Afghani Tourmaline by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Namibian Blue Chalcedony by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 41.27 carat Namibian Blue Chalcedony has fine saturated color. The art deco inspired design utilizes sweeping curves in a very controlled shape. |
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Namibian Blue Chalcedony by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Nigerian Aquamarine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This unheated, 36.23 carat, Nigerian Aquamarine has spectacular color and clarity. The elegant carving radiates light. You do not get many like this. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Nigerian Aquamarine by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Nigerian Rubellite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This 11.41 carat Nigerian Rubellite Tourmaline is designed to be set into jewelry, but is imbued with such elegance that it could stand alone as a tiny sculpture. Photo by Robert Weldon. |
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Nigerian Rubellite by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Onyx by Sherris Cottier Shank |
| This carved Onyx is all one piece carved in multiple layers. The dimensional nature of the carving is further delineated by the contrast of the matte and high polish finish. Shown here with a faceted rhodolite garnet. Photo by John McMartin. |
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Onyx by Sherris Cottier Shank |
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| Pear-shaped Peridot by Dan Sofia (courtesy of M.K. Gems and Minerals, Inc.) |
| Pear-shaped Peridot from Sapat mine, Kohistan,
Pakistan, measuring 24.11 x 14.79 x 10.48 mm. Exact
weight is 22.04 ct. Custom design and faceting by
master cutter Dan Sofia. Color is medium dark tone,
strong saturation, Yellow-Green or Green-Yellow |
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Pear-shaped Peridot by Dan Sofia (courtesy of M.K. Gems and Minerals, Inc.) |
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| Rectangular cushion Golden Beryl (Heliodor) cut by Joseph Garcia (courtesy of M.K. Gems and Minerals, Inc.) |
| Rectangular cushion Golden Beryl (Heliodor) from
Tajikistan, measuring 24.77 x 21.02 x 15.14 mm. Exact
weight is 42.64 ct. Custom design and faceting by
master cutter Joseph Garcia. Color is medium tone,
vivid saturation, Yellow (GIA : Y 5/6). Clatity |
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Rectangular cushion Golden Beryl (Heliodor) cut by Joseph Garcia (courtesy of M.K. Gems and Minerals, Inc.) |
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