One of a Kind Designs
Alexandrite is quite possibly the most sought after colored gemstone on the market. It is the variety of Chrysoberyl that exhibits color change. This gemstone is the Queen of all color changing stones and is far more expensive than a Diamond. It was discovered in the 1830’s when miners working in the Emerald mines of Russia’s Ural … [Read more...]
After those lazy summer days, we are suddenly in a frenzy of activity. With fall around the corner and our season about to begin, we are filled with excitement. We have brand new stunning MK Designs Collection pieces featuring truly amazing Colored Gemstones, Diamonds and Pearls. Though the price of gold has reached staggering heights, we remain … [Read more...]
Pleochroism is another fascinating phenomena seen in Colored Gemstones. Scientifically, it is the optical phenomena in which a stone shows different colors when viewed down different crystal axes. Imaginatively, it probably involves wizardry. Tanzanite offers the most extreme color separation of any of the gemstones, which makes it a lot of fun … [Read more...]
Summer is in full swing and the SAVINGS are SIZZLING! Two items are offered for sale each week for one week only at a BLAZING 15%. Want more savings? Follow the clue given. The answer will be one of the items under the category section on the website. For example, “It is red, it is rare and it goes on your finger." If you click on the Rubellite … [Read more...]
I have been asked so many times what my favorite stone is. Magazine articles, interviews, clients etc. My stock answer is: all of them. Okay, today I made a decision. Tanzanite. Not so much the traditional, though I do love those, but rather the Fancy Zoisites. Tanzanite is the trade name given to the blue /purple stone that Tiffany & Company … [Read more...]
Sometimes we just want to be outrageous! Our 32 carat natural Topaz has been chatting with me for awhile about what she wanted to star in. The obvious choice for a stone this large is a pendant but she was insistent and, as always happens, the gemstone dictates the design. The result is an intoxicating ring that features this magnificent stone in … [Read more...]
From the beginning we decided that gold would be the medium that surrounds our gemstone jewelry. We quickly realized that the addition of diamonds would take these designer jewelry pieces to another level. That brings us to affordability. Thanks to the on going efforts of the entire MK Design team, this is a challenge we are able to … [Read more...]
