Silver and Gemstone Jewelry
Sajen, based in southern Vermont, began in 1987, when Marianna and Richard Jacobs first lived in Bali, Indonesia. For those who truly appreciate some of earth's most cherished gifts, the internationally renowned Sajen Silver Collection is for you. Influenced by the history and traditions of Bali, each item is handcrafted using exotic gemstones and brilliant sterling silver. Artists Marianna and Richard Jacobs personally design each piece, which is then handcrafted by Bali artisans with exquisite combinations of extraordinary stones.
Tree Agate, Crinoidal Fossil, Pietersite Ring Set
This beautiful silver ring set includes three rings, each featuring a different 20x35mm cabochon. The stone is set with a double Sterling Silver band that is open in the back to make it slightly adjustable.
$300
Spider Web Jasper, Rainbow Moonstone, Labradorite Pendant
A 22x40mm pear of Spider Web Jasper is set in sterling beneath a 6mm cabochon of Labradorite. This dangles from a 1/2" bail that is decorated with a 5x10mm marquis cut cabochon Rainbow Moonstone. Total length is 2 1/2".
$95
Sterling Brown Shell & Smoky Quartz Bracelet
Intricate Silver bead work and swirls are set on seven varying Brown Shells. Eight 5mm faceted Smoky Quartz stones are placed on the top and bottom of alternating shells. Total length of this bracelet is 8 3/4".
$300
Over the years their jewelry line has developed a style that is unmistakably contemporary, yet exhibit a subtle ethnic character. The result is an extraordinary and contemporary jewelry, with just a hint of Balinese culture. In 1987, Marianna and Richard Jacobs lived in a thatched roof bamboo house in the rice paddies of Ubud, the cultural center of Bali, Indonesia. As a graduate student at Yale School of Art, Richard won a Luce Scholarship to paint in Bali. Marianna spent the year working in a silver factory, creating jewelry and learning the ancient secrets of the Balinese master silversmiths.
