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Peridot, 4.89 carats, destined for a custom order.

Posted by Bowman Originals on Mar 18th 2018

Peridot, 4.89 carats, destined for a custom order.

Beautiful loose fully faceted Peridot gemstone from Arizona. A gorgeous gemstone destined for a custom order Sterling Silver and 18 k Gold ring handmade in our workshop, 124 S. Pineapple Ave, Downtown …

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Hard Vitreous Enamel ...  a lost art.

Posted by Bowman Originals on Mar 2nd 2018

Hard Vitreous Enamel ... a lost art.

Handmade and engraved Sterling Silver Enamel Earrings. Hard Vitreous enameling dates back at least to the age of the great Egyptian Pharaohs. The ancient technique is nearly a lost art. Only a hand fu …

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"Going backwards and proud of it!"

Posted by Bowman Originals on Feb 20th 2018

"Going backwards and proud of it!"

"Going backwards and proud of it! is a statement we often make. The statement reflects our commitment to carrying on the human tradition of making fine quality handmade jewelry. No Computers. No CAD. …

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Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!

Posted by Bowman Originals on Sep 25th 2017

Capturing the Blues ... and Greens!

Cutting rough stone material can be challenging. Decisions have to be made. Do I slice it here .... or there? Will the color be enhanced or lost as I cut and polish. We value and respect each and ever …

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1691 Hispania Pendant

Posted by Bowman Originals on Sep 21st 2017

1691 Hispania Pendant

Historic Coins of Spain are the inspiration for this pendant handmade is Sterling Silver and accented with Hard Vitreous Enamel. The bail is accented with three fully faceted fine Blue Topaz. The 1691 …

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