As a trained archaeologist and goldsmith, I study the jewelry of the ancient Mediterranean—its construction, symbolism, and historical significance—and translate ancient forms for everyday wear. My work draws on archaeological research and historical goldsmithing techniques practiced for thousands of years. Like the ancient pieces that inspire them, each of my pieces is crafted by hand in high-karat gold, layered with meaning, and made to endure.
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Gold is literally stardust, formed when two stars collide. It has an otherworldly glow and a beauty that humans have been drawn to since the beginning of history. In ancient cultures around the world, gold was sacred and associated with the gods. Across time, gold jewelry has also been a means of bestowing wealth—not only as offerings for the gods but also as heirlooms for future generations.
The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE preserved a remarkable archaeological view into Roman life. Among the objects recovered from Pompeii and Herculaneum is an extraordinary collection of jewelry that was worn by people across Roman society.
