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.
On 1stDibs, find Michael Kneebone earrings, necklaces, rings and more.
Michael Kneebone Baroque Pink Pearl Stud Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque pearls are presented in these classic and elegant stud earrings. The freshwater pearls (origin: China) are a luscious peachy/pink color. They possess the rich luster freshw...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Malachite Vermeil Drop Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Malachite is highlighted in these dynamic dangle earrings. The pair of malachite (origin: Democratic Republic of the Congo) are expertly cut and polished in free-form shapes and are...
Malachite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Drusy Quartz Black Diamond Lacquer Chopstick Brooch
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A harmonious composition is created by combining Drusy quartz with black diamonds and Chinese lacquered chopsticks. Drusy quartz is found inside geodes. Various minerals create the...
Black Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
$3,360Sale Price|35% Off
Michael Kneebone Red Coral Diamond Rock Crystal Rosaline Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Pink rosaline (origin: Norway) is complemented by red coral (origin: the Mediterranean Sea) in these exotic dangle earrings. Rosaline is a crystalline, manganese-bearing variety of ...
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Pink Petal Pearl European Cut Diamond Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque pearls are accented by European cut diamonds in these discerning button earrings. The pearls (origin: Japan) are pink in color but due to their incredible iridescent nacre, ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Pink Topaz Diamond Lemon Citrine Stiletto Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A medley of colors and shapes come together to create this elegant Stiletto pendant. A sky blue topaz in an emerald cut tops the list. Next, an oval pink topaz drops below. White ...
Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone Amethyst Peridot Citrine Multi-Strand Carved Bead Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Four strands of graduated and "melon carved" beads in amethyst, peridot and citrine comprise this Mogul style necklace. The beads are graduated in size from 6mm to 10mm. They are s...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot
Michael Kneebone Red coral Granulated Bead White Chalcedony Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Red coral is paired with white chalcedony in these bold dangle earrings. The coral (origin: Philippines) is a deep red color. They are perfectly matched, cut and polished. The dro...
Chalcedony, Coral, 18k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|34% Off
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...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
$960Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Gold
Michael Kneebone Carved Golden South Seas Pearl Yellow Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Carved golden South Seas pearls are paired with yellow sapphires in the these earrings perfect for the discerning jewelry collector. The 12.5mm buttery yellow pearls (origin: Austra...
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,240Sale Price|27% Off
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 ...
Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Golden Beryl Pearl Diamond Flower Cluster earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A compilation of gems come together to create these cluster earrings. Pear shaped golden beryls (origin: Brazil) of exquisite color and form are complimented by white button pearls...
Beryl, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$2,880Sale Price|34% Off
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...
Citrine, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,280Sale Price|28% Off
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...
Multi-gemstone, Hematite, Jasper, 18k Gold, Vermeil
$6,080Sale Price|29% Off
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...
Coral, White Diamond, Moonstone, Diamond, 18k Gold