Aquamarine is my birthstone, and I’d been wanting to work with it for years before I finally took the plunge. This pendant was a technical education—a classic Roman-style setting and bail work, ardently pursued. The Romans called this stone aqua marina, water of the sea, and wore it for courage and safe passage through uncertain waters. That felt right as I fell deeply in love with goldsmithing. The pale, milky blue has the quality of sea glass worn smooth by centuries of tide—quiet, ancient, a little mysterious. Set in 22k gold with subtle pointed details and a repousse bail. Aquamarine is also the stone of clarity and foresight—it may help you see what’s true. If you’re in the middle of a brave chapter, this stone’s for you.