The Pansy Emerald: A Wedding Necklace for an Uncommon Love
A friendship that began across a garden fence, a rare Trapiche emerald shaped like a pansy, and a custom wedding necklace finished just in time for a 99th birthday.
Open every day except Tuesdays, 12 - 5:30 PM
Shibumi Expert
We offer complimentary heirloom jewelry assessments by our owner April Higashi .
We can help you assess your pieces to make the right decisions for you.
SHIBUMI EXPERT
Beginning the search for engagement and wedding jewelry is exciting, but it also comes with a lot of options. It can be hard to know where to even begin. Our team would be honored to assist you with honing in on what you are looking for.
A friendship that began across a garden fence, a rare Trapiche emerald shaped like a pansy, and a custom wedding necklace finished just in time for a 99th birthday.
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Open Every Day (Except Tuesday)
12PM to 5:30PM
1816 Fourth Street
Berkeley, CA 94710