The artists behind our stones
Every piece we make starts with the right stone. Some of the finest in our collection were cut by two of America's most honored gem artists, both multiple winners of the American Gem Trade Association's Cutting Edge awards, and by Bernd Munsteiner, the German master who invented the fantasy cut.
Mark GronlundMaster gem cutter known for curved, concave facets and his spiral, scallop and starburst cuts. First place in Innovative Faceting in 2018 and 2019.
Larry WoodsAmerican gem artist known for his Medicine Wheel and Four Directions combination cuts and award-winning carvings. His work is in the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection.
Bernd Munsteiner (1943–2024)The father of the fantasy cut, often called the “Picasso of gems.” His work changed gem cutting for every artist who followed.
Inquiries are welcome on every stone by these cutters.