At Thesis, we specialize in one-of-a-kind jewelry handmade by master artisans. We’re honored to share our custom creations — and to help bring your very own dream design to life.  Our passion for beautiful, timeless jewelry is paralleled only by our passion for ethical labor and sustainable mining. We support best practices from source to sale. This combination of craftsmanship and transparent sourcing is what brings clients to work with us. Learn how you can create a unique and meaningful heirloom to last for generations with Thesis.   (Gold Pebble Pendant with beach pebble, 18 karat reclaimed gold and Canadian diamonds) The Thesis Difference When you create a piece of jewelry with Thesis, you know who is crafting your design...

The art of gem cutting and polishing is called lapidary, and the artist doing the cutting and polishing is also called a lapidary or lapidarist. 

Behind every piece of beautifully handcrafted gold jewelry, there are hours of patient, precise work by a goldsmith. Delicate designs are forged with hammers, saws, files, blowtorches, anvils, and more. And these tools must be wielded with exceptional skill honed through years of practice.

While you can learn about your jewelry’s origins from the comfort of your home, I encourage you to embrace every opportunity to travel straight to the source. More precious than the gems and jewelry we collect are the people and places that they represent. Discovering them first-hand will add layers of meaning to your own collection. To inspire your journey, here are four awe-inspiring travel destinations where gems are ethically mined and produced.