Crafted from 18kt gold using a wax casting technique, the necklace boasts an Anishinaabe Harpoon head 1000 A.D. found in the Great Lakes region, perfectly complemented by the Japanese Akoya pearls and diamonds. Originally used as a harpoon point, this remarkable copper piece is a rare specimen usually found in museums. With a deep respect for history, this jewelry piece breathes new life into ancient treasures. Through the art of jewelry-making, the design represents the will and belief in giving new purpose to valuable artifacts.

Paloma Sanchez is a GIA gemologist with over 25 years of experience in the global luxury jewelry business working for brands such as Carrera y Carrera, Hublot, Cuervo & Sobrinos, and Patek Philippe. In 2008, Paloma Sanchez opened her own jewelry atelier in Beijing where she still resides. She spends most of her time hunting for gemstones worldwide and designing tailored-made jewelry pieces for Asia's finest. The designer´s gallery has been regularly featured in Louis Vuitton and Mercedes´ Beijing City guides. She has been recognized as one of the world´s best jewelry designers at Basel Watch and Jewelry fair´s Livre Unique. She has been awarded multiple design prizes such as the 2019 biennial Opal Design Award in Lightning Ridge, Australia. Ms. Paloma is a guest professor and head of the Design department at Guanghua Institute of Gemmology and Mineral Resources of Jiangxi University of Applied Sciences and is regularly invited as a speaker to the Beijing Central Academy of Fine Arts and to the Gems and Jewelry Association of China. Paloma Sanchez sits on the board of the China New Couture Committee as the only non-Chinese founding member. She has also been a jury in several design and jewelry contests sponsored among others by the World Gold Council, Shanghai Diamond Exchange, Natural Diamond Council, and International Coloured Gemstone Association, such as the 2020 World Pearl Development conference in Zhuji (China), and 2022 Global Gems and Jewelry Development Conference in Hainan (China).

Paloma Sanchez, the Art of Jewelry: The Journey to create unique expressions from one-of-a-kind stones. Paloma Sanchez, the Art of Jewelry, is a pioneering fine jewelry brand founded in 2009 by GIA gemmologist Paloma Sanchez. The brand has built a reputation for offering hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind pieces incorporating specimen-grade gemstones that are sourced directly from mines, guaranteeing excellent quality and sustainability. Paloma Sanchez, the Art of Jewelry, prides itself on combining expertise and creativity to create stunning and unique pieces of jewelry that are as individual as the wearer. The brand's founder, Paloma Sanchez, is a highly skilled gemmologist with an eye for design and a passion for creating one-of-a-kind pieces that tell a story. The brand's commitment to sustainability is evident in its sourcing practices. Paloma Sanchez sources the gemstones directly from the mines, ensuring that the stones are of the highest quality and ethically sourced. The brand's dedication to sustainability extends to its business practices, and it is committed to supporting women in mining regions through various projects carried out in Africa. Paloma Sanchez, the Art of Jewelry, has become a favorite of discerning clients who value individuality and exceptional quality. The brand's unique hand-crafted pieces can be found in Beijing Paris and Dubai. For more information about Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, please visit the website at www.palomasanchez.com or contact us at info@palomasanchez.com