Santa Cruz artist Vanessa Mellet handcrafts delicate jewelry in gold, silver, and gemstones, often drawing inspiration from the natural world. Rectangular faceted quartz crystal, set in a lacy bezel, with an open back. The stone is surrounded by braided wire and tiny balls. A flower adorns the top of the earring, and a faceted quartz crystal dangles from the bottom. Beautiful setting that showcases the stone which is faceted on both sides, a classic! It is the kind of piece that rewards a closer look The 18k gold vermeil and quartz crystal combination keeps this one distinct..