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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$3,440Sale Price|38% Off
Jadeite Ruby Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An antique carved jadeite (material origin: Myanmar, formerly known as Burma) is featured in this vintage style pendant. The jadeite is a beauti...
White Diamond, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
$2,800Sale Price|46% Off
Michael Kneebone South Seas Pearl Tahitian Pearl Diamond Sapphire Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque pearls are featured in this unique drop pendant. The South Seas pearl is sourced from Paspaley, the largest cultivator of pearls in Australia. The black pearl is from Tahiti. Both pearls have rich luster and though baroque, have blemish free surfaces. They dangle from a diamond and white...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Golden South Seas Pearl Diamond Drop On Cable Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A splendid baroque golden South Seas pearl is featured in this truly elegant drop. The pearl (origin: Indonesia) measures 15.6mm x 13.8mm x12.9mm. The pearl possesses a blemish-fre...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
$5,360Sale Price|44% Off
Michael Kneebone Kunzite Paspaley South Seas Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Kunzite (origin: Brazil) is the centerpiece of this impressive drop pendant. Kunzite is a member of the spodumene family of gems. This stone weighs 76.55 carats. The gem is known ...
Kunzite, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$3,360Sale Price|31% Off
Michael Kneebone Tourmaline Aquamarine Tahitian Pearl Confetti Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Indicolite tourmaline (origin: Brazil) is integrated with aquamarine and Tahitian pearl in this unique Confetti necklace. The cabochons are delicate...
Aquamarine, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Zultanite White Sapphire Deux Gemstone Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Zultanite and white sapphire are paired in this double gemstone pendant. Zultanite (origin: the Ilbir Mountains of southwest Turkey) is a color change member of the diaspore family ...
Sapphire, Zultanite, 14k Gold
$1,890Sale Price|32% Off
Michael Kneebone Herkimer Diamond Tahitian Pearl Drop Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Herkimer diamonds are not actually diamonds, but double-terminated quartz crystals discovered within exposed outcrops of dolomite in and around Herkim...
Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold
$4,320Sale Price|40% Off
Michael Kneebone Opal Topaz Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Confetti Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A boulder opal (origin: Queensland, Australia) is the centerpiece of this elegant "Confetti" pendant. "Boulder opal" refers to opal that has formed within the ironstone matrix. It ...
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Diamond, Sapphire...
Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Apatite Iolite Diamond Stiletto Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An amalgam of blue gemstones fashions this elegant Stiletto pendant. Oval shaped blue topaz (origin: Brazil) is followed by a pear shaped apatite (or...
Diamond, Iolite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Apatite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Tahitian pearl is featured in this elegant drop pendant. The pearl is a beautiful medium gray color with undertones of green and blue. The gem has a couple minor dimples but posses...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Titanium
Michael Kneebone Pink Topaz Peridot Amethyst Diamond Pearl Stiletto Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Mixed gemstones along with a baroque pearl and diamonds are offered in this Stiletto pendant. A brightly colored pear shaped pink topaz and a brillia...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold
$1,195
W 0.36 in L 0.87 in
Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Sapphire Pendant Necklace Filigree 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Art Deco pendant with a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond and two square cut Sapphire gems in an exquisite delicate refined filigree design in 14 Karat White Gold. This is one of the most beautiful Art Deco filigree pendants...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,997Sale Price|29% Off
14 Karat Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat Sapphire and diamond halo pendant, containing 1 round blue sapphire of gem quality weighing 1.11cts. and 9 round full cut di...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
$1,791
W 0.6 in D 0.36 in L 1.23 in
18k Gold Unisex Frog Charm Jadeite Jade Diamonds Ruby Burnished Silver Bezel
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection. This charming 18k yellow Gold pendant features a beautiful green Jadeite Jade frog, whose sparkling White Diamond eyes and stunning round cut red ...
Diamond, Ruby, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Certified Jadeite Jade 38.51 Carats & Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace, Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! In addition to being a status symbol, wearing jade traditionally has been known to grant the user good luck, health, prosperity and longevity. This i...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Type A Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace, Deep Green Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a natural deep green Jade and diamond pendant. The pendant is set in 18k white gold and diamonds. There are estimated 0.75Cts of diamonds set i...
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
South Sea Pearl Tahitian Diamond Lariat Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White gold chain featuring two Pearls, one South Sea & one Tahitian measuring 12-13 MM with 31 round brilliants weighing 0.31 carats. 18 inch chain Tassel 5/8 X 13/16
South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hakimoto 15.5x14 mm Golden & Tahitian South Sea Pearl Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 133 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 14X15.5mm Pearl Shape: Round Body color: Multicolor Orie...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,499
H 1.07 in L 0.86 in
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold. This stunning pendant is set with a g...
Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mikimoto Tahitian Black South Sea Pearl Gold Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Stamford, CT
Authentic Mikimoto 18 inch black Tahitian South Sea cultured pearl necklace. Design #XNB11018NS9397. Excellent lustre and nacre thickness. 18k white gold catch with Mikimoto hallmark around the middle. Mikimoto’s Black South Sea Cultured Pearls are one of the most sought-after in the world. Tahitian South Sea pearls are considered the second most desired commercially farmed pearls in the world. Produced by the large Black-lipped oyster which is the only mollusk to produce naturally black pearls. Black Freshwater and Black Akoya...
Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Whi...
$345 / item
H 2.34 in W 0.38 in D 0.07 in L 18 in
Shooting Star Pendant Necklace in Sterling with Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The Shooting Star pendant is a celestial, moon-shaped necklace that is made in sterling silver and accented with gemstones. The lunar shape is 2”...
Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
$7,402 / item
W 0.91 in L 18.5 in
Alex Jona Multicolor Sapphire South Sea Pearl Tassel 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold tassel necklace, featuring 52.85 carats of multicolor Sapphires. The tassel con...
Pearl, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$24,000Sale Price|25% Off
Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace, Dragon Motif
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This piece is certified natural type A Jadeite jade. A very meaningful carving. The dragon motif in jade carving means power and protection. A 18k white gold and diamond clasp that c...
Jade, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Michael Kneebone Green Tourmaline Diamond Bar Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Green tourmaline forms the centerpiece of this striking bar pendant. The tourmaline (origin: Namibia) is an optimum green color with the slightest touch o...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.63 in L 1.38 in
Michael Kneebone Antique L. C. Tiffany Glass Scarab Diamond Golden Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An antique Louis Comfort Tiffany opalized glass scarab is featured in this distinguished drop pendant. The beautifully detailed scarab possesses a fantas...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone White Topaz Black Diamond Wavy Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A splendid white topaz is featured in this Wavy pendant. The topaz (origin: Brazil) is a well cut and polished pear shape and is completely colorless. B...
Black Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Viking Bronze Cross Pearl Diamond 18k Gold Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An antique Viking cross is featured in this elegantly fashioned pendant. The artifact is estimated to date from 10-13th century. The cross has been care...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Bronze
Michael Kneebone Blue Topaz Pave Diamond Wavy Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Blue topaz is showcased in this diamond Wavy pendant. The topaz is an elegant pear shape that perfectly conforms to the curves of the diamond pave setting...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Turquoise Lemon Citrine Diamond 18k Gold Lariat Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese Spiderweb turquoise is paired with lemon citrine in this elegant lariat necklace. The fine black webbing dramatically contrasts with the b...
Citrine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Black Akoya Pearl Diamond Helix Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Black Akoya pearls (origin: Japan) in graduated sizes are featured in this unique Helix pendant. The pearls are gem quality and possess a rich luster. Wh...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Ametrine Diamond White Gold Yellow Gold Wave Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An ametrine of 21.84 carats is set with diamonds in this Wave pendant. Ametrine (origin: Bolivia) is a spontaneous pairing of two members of the quartz family, amethyst and citrine....
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Pink Tourmaline Paspaley South Seas Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A heart shaped pink tourmaline (origin: Namibia) is paired with a Paspaley South Seas pearl (origin: Australia) in this tres chic pendant. The tourmaline is a wonderful shell pink c...
South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Swiss Blue Topaz White Sapphire Asymmetrical Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A trillion shaped Swiss blue topaz (origin: Thailand) is featured in this asymmetrical pendant. The topaz weighs 43.18 carats. There are a multit...
Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Heart Shaped Champagne Topaz White Sapphire Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A heart shaped champagne topaz (origin: Brazil) of 41.89 carats is featured in this elegant pendant. The delicate peach colored topaz is expertly form...
Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Fantasy Cut Rutile Quartz Golden South Seas Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Rutilated quartz (origin: Brazil) in a fantasy cut is featured in this one-of-a-kind pendant. Delicate angel hair shots of titanium spread throughout the 33.30 carat gem. It has be...
South Sea Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, 18k Gold