Michael Kneebone Jewelry

American

Michael Kneebone’s exquisite jewelry creations are handmade works of art; no two pieces are alike. The master goldsmith has been creating captivating adornments for more than 50 years. His dangle earrings, beaded necklaces and cocktail rings have a contemporary style yet use traditional materials like pearls and colored gemstones.

Kneebone’s love for jewelry began when as a young man in Deerfield, Illinois, in 1970, he took a jewelry class. It inspired him to earn a degree in jewelry design from Northern Illinois University. Following an apprenticeship with designer Harriet Dreisiger, Kneebone began selling his creations through Saks Fifth Avenue.

In 1994, Kneebone started his own company, Michael K. Jewels, and opened a store in Naples, Florida. He later set up shop on the famous Canyon Road in Santa Fe, New Mexico, but decided that the winters were too cold. Kneebone moved the store to El Paseo in Palm Desert, California, but kept the name Canyon Road Collection.

In California, Michael Kneebone jewelry found its home. His pieces were perfectly suited to the fashion-forward Coachella Valley tastes. “Interest in colored gemstones has increased dramatically,” Kneebone said in 2019, “and so too has interest in colored pearls.” His work reflects these trends by showcasing stunning gemstones, including amethyst, sapphire and pearls, in a plethora of shapes, sizes and hues. As seen in his eclectic bracelets, Kneebone is not afraid to experiment with unique materials such as coral and stingray shagreen.

Kneebone’s jewelry grew in popularity among prominent women in the Coachella Valley community over the years, with many wearing it to black tie events and non-profit fundraisers, further raising the jeweler’s esteem. His jewelry has also made appearances at fashion luncheons at local upscale restaurants. In 2014, it was featured in the grand finale of the Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.

Kneebone continues to make handcrafted jewelry in his home studio, focusing on elegant yet versatile pieces for today’s casual lifestyles.

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Creator: Michael Kneebone

Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Gold Bead Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Nineteen square tile pearls comprise this casual pearl necklace. They have beautiful luster and reflect delicate shades of pink and green. The pearls are...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Gold

Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Gold Bead Necklace

Michael Kneebone Carved Citrine Orange Moonstone Diamond Cluster Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Carved in the form of shells, richly colored citrines are combined with orange moonstones and pink Kasumi pearls (origin: Lake Ksumi, Japan) to form these sensational cluster earring...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Citrine, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Carved Citrine Orange Moonstone Diamond Cluster Earrings

Fossil Trilobite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

An excellent example of a fossilized trilobite is featured in this one-of-a-kind, 18k yellow gold pendant. Trilobites are a group of extinct archnomorph arthropods that form the cla...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fossil Trilobite 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant

Michael Kneebone Golden South Seas Pearl Sapphire Diamond Bakelite Cocktail Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A vintage Bakelite dome ring forms the foundation of this dynamic cocktail ring. The dome has been topped with a golden South Seas pearl (origin: A...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k ...

Michael Kneebone Golden South Seas Pearl Sapphire Diamond Bakelite Cocktail Ring

Michael Kneebone Golden Chalcedony Yellow Sapphire Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Golden chalcedony briolette in a rich yellow/orange color dangle from white button pearls that are drilled and set with bezeled yellow sapphires. Gold drop shaped pearls further dec...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Chalcedony, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pea...

Michael Kneebone Golden Chalcedony Yellow Sapphire Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Scissor Cut Golden Beryl White Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Scintillating is the only way to describe this one-of-a-kind golden beryl (origin: Brazil). Beryl is a large family of gems including aquamarine, morganite, emerald, heliodore and chrysoberyl cat's eye. This is the yellow version of the gem family. Not only is the trapezoid shape unique, but the scissor cut...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Beryl, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Scissor Cut Golden Beryl White Diamond Cocktail Ring

Michael Kneebone Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A trillion shaped, cabochon amethyst of 61 carats is featured in this dramatic, one-of-a-kind cocktail ring. Highly unusual for it's size, the amethyst is a rich, deep purple color ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Diamond, Amethyst, Rose Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

Michael Kneebone Pink Freshwater Stick Pearl Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Elongated and flattened pearls are knows as stick pearls. This strand possesses a wonderful rosy blush and the pearls are highly reflective. The pearls a...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Pink Freshwater Stick Pearl Necklace

Michael Kneebone Green Beryl Green Topaz Diamond Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Free-form cabochons of green beryl (origin: Brazil) are perfectly book matched in these dramatic dangle earrings. Beryl is a large family of gems. Well known members include emerald and aquamarine. Lesser known but equally beautiful members are Morganite (pink) and heliodor (also known as golden beryl). These gems are a luscious "lime sherbet" color and possess a glass-like polish. Complimenting the beryls are a pair of forrest green topaz...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Beryl, White Diamond, Topaz, Diamond, Green Beryl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Green Beryl Green Topaz Diamond Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Baroque Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Pendant

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A luminous baroque pink Kasumi pearl (origin: Japan) is paired with a radiant cut white sapphire in this classic and wearable pendant. Kasumi pearls are ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Baroque Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Pendant

Michael Kneebone Khaki Colored Petal Pearl Double Strand Torsade Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Two strands of highly baroque freshwater pearls in rich colors of khaki, tan and bronze are twisted together to create this stylish torsade necklace. The unusually colored collectio...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Khaki Colored Petal Pearl Double Strand Torsade Necklace

Michael Kneebone Jasper Lava Rock Hematite Bead Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Three massive picture jasper spheres in shades of brown, mocha and cream are combined with lava rock beads, hematite and vermeil spacers in this bold nec...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Multi-gemstone, Hematite, Jasper, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Jasper Lava Rock Hematite Bead Necklace

Michael Kneebone Pink Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Drop Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A brilliant pair of pink Kasumi pearls (origin: Japan) are paired with radiant cut white sapphires in these classic drop earrings. Kasumi pearls are famo...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Pink Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Drop Earrings

Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Two strands of enormous baroque Chinese freshwater pearls and black onyx beads comprise this dramatic necklace. The pearls are graduated in s...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Necklace

Michael Kneebone Rutilated Quartz Black Stringray Cuff Bracelet

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

An extraordinary specimen of rutilated quartz (origin: Brazil) is featured in this bold cuff bracelet. Rutilated quartz is a member of a vast family of gems including amethyst and citrine. In this example, the quartz possesses inclusions of acicular (needle-like) inclusions of rutile. Usually, the rutile is in a scattered pattern, like Chinese pick up sticks...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Quartz, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Rutilated Quartz Black Stringray Cuff Bracelet

Michael Kneebone Ruby Diamond Kasumi Pearl Starfish Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Starfish which are highly sculpted in 18k yellow gold are decorated with bright red cabochon rubies (origin: Thailand) and white, round cut diamonds in these stylish earrings. Furt...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Ruby Diamond Kasumi Pearl Starfish Earrings

Michael Kneebone Kasumi Pearl Diamond Rose Gold "Broken Hoop" Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Pink Kasumi pearls (origin: Japan) are highlighted in these inventive Broken Hoop earrings. The slightly baroque, extra large pearls are a deep shell pink color with tawny undertone...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Michael Kneebone Kasumi Pearl Diamond Rose Gold "Broken Hoop" Earrings

Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Tahitian Pearl Pebble Bead Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Baroque Tahitian pearls are paired with sliver pebble beads is this bold yet casual necklace. The collection of multi-colored pearls range from nearly white to black, sometimes with...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Black Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil, Rhodium

Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Tahitian Pearl Pebble Bead Necklace

Michael Kneebone Fossil Coral Nugget Turquoise Bead Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Three tomato red beads of fossil coral are combined with turquoise nuggets in this daring and dramatic necklace. The beads are spaced with cornflake shaped rondelles in vermeil as i...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Coral, Turquoise, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Fossil Coral Nugget Turquoise Bead Necklace

Michael Kneebone Nugget Baltic Amber Rose Gold Button Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Large nuggets of butterscotch colored Baltic amber are set in hand fabricated rose gold mounts. The dramatic yet versatile earrings have posts with omega clip backs for comfort and ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Amber, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Michael Kneebone Nugget Baltic Amber Rose Gold Button Earrings

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Button Pearl Diamond Confetti Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Oval, round and pear shaped sky blue topaz, lustrous white button pearls and white diamonds are combined in these bright and shining "Confetti" earrings. The gems are both prong and...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Diamond, Pearl, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Button Pearl Diamond Confetti Earrings

Michael Kneebone Phantom Quartz Citrine Golden Pearl Diamond Pendant

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A boldly configured hexagon shaped phantom quartz is the centerpiece of this confetti pendant. Pale shades of rust and gold are due to iron oxide trapp...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Citrine, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Phantom Quartz Citrine Golden Pearl Diamond Pendant

Michael Kneebone Green Amber Peridot Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Green Amber from the Dominican Republic is featured in these dangle earrings. (The Dominican Republic is the only island in the Caribbean where amber has been discovered and is mined. Dominican amber...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Amber, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Green Amber Peridot Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Golden Beryl Yellow Sapphire Yellow Onyx Gold Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Dramatic dangle earrings consisting of pear shaped golden beryls, brilliant cut diamonds, bright yellow sapphires and exceptionally carved yellow onyx nave...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Beryl, White Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold

Michael Kneebone Golden Beryl Yellow Sapphire Yellow Onyx Gold Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Peach Moonstone Pink Coral Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A strong cat's eye and delicately colored peach moonstone is the centerpiece of this substantial cocktail ring. The glowing gem is complimented with a row of pink coral and tube set...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Diamond, Moonstone, White Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Peach Moonstone Pink Coral Diamond Cocktail Ring

Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Coin Pearl Chrysoprase Long Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

White tile pearls are combined with smaller white coin pearls, chrysoprase beads and gold rondel spacers in this beaded necklace. The 39 inch long necklace can be worn as a single o...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Coin Pearl Chrysoprase Long Necklace

Michael Kneebone Opal Bead Golden Pearl Zircon Citrine Diamond Necklace Suite

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A strand of richly colored Ethiopian opal beads with diamond rondelle spacers is decorated with a madeira citrine briolette of 35.45 carats, an oval golden zircon of 8.35 carats and ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Pearl, Diamond, Zircon, White Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Opal, Citrine, 14...

Michael Kneebone Opal Bead Golden Pearl Zircon Citrine Diamond Necklace Suite

Michael Kneebone Yellow Diamond Cognac Diamond Three Stone Bombe Ring

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A yellow diamond is complimented by cognac diamonds in this classic bombe style ring. The center diamond is a light fancy yellow square cut diamond of 1.92 carats. The VS clarity g...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Yellow Diamond Cognac Diamond Three Stone Bombe Ring

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Michael Kneebone Topaz Quartz Citrine Diamond Multi-Gemstone Stiletto Pendant

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

A melange of gemstones forms this dramatic Stiletto pendant. Swiss blue topaz, citrine and orange topaz in a variety of shapes are spaced with white diamonds. All the gems originat...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold

Michael Kneebone Topaz Quartz Citrine Diamond Multi-Gemstone Stiletto Pendant

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Michael Kneebone Black Diamond White Diamond Red Coral Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Black diamonds have been pave set in white gold "huggie" style earrings. Dangling from the hoops are Mediterranean red coral drops. The drops are well cut and polished to a glass-l...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Coral, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Black Diamond White Diamond Red Coral Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Sapphire Diamond African Porcupine Quill Brooch

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

African porcupine quills form the foundation for this highly unique brooch. The quills are naturally shed from animals in the United States and in no way are the porcupines harmed. ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Sapphire Diamond African Porcupine Quill Brooch

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Michael Kneebone Pearl Cinnabar Lacquer Black Bamboo Bead Necklace

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Cinnabar lacquered wood beads are showcased in this bold necklace. Cinnabar is a mineral ground to a fine powder and mixed with resin (sap) from pines trees found in southern China...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Pearl, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Pearl Cinnabar Lacquer Black Bamboo Bead Necklace

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Michael Kneebone Rainbow Tahitian Pearl White Pearl Huggie Style Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Tahitian pearls are featured in these elegant dangle earrings. The Tahitian pearls are rainbow hued, in other words reflecting a range of colors against the black back round. They ...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Rainbow Tahitian Pearl White Pearl Huggie Style Earrings

Michael Kneebone Diamond Carved White Chalcedony Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Three bezel set white diamonds in graduated sizes from smaller to larger support beautifully carved white chalcedony drops in these elegant dangle earrings. The drops were exquisitely carved and polished in exotic India. The design for these chic earrings was inspired by earrings worn by Barbra Streisand in the film "Funny Girl...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Diamond Carved White Chalcedony Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone Blue Opal Sapphire Diamond Black Pearl Dangle Earrings

By Michael Kneebone

Located in Austin, TX

Beautifully carved blue opal (origin: Peru) pendants are featured in these one-of-a-kind dangle earrings. The opals are complimented by cabochon blue...

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2010s American Contemporary Michael Kneebone Jewelry

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White Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Blue Opal Sapphire Diamond Black Pearl Dangle Earrings

Michael Kneebone jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Michael Kneebone jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Michael Kneebone jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Michael Kneebone diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 136, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 228 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by OGI Ltd, Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co., and Martha Seely. Prices for Michael Kneebone jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $630 and tops out at $16,800, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $2,960.