Long before the dazzling Paraiba tourmaline was discovered, its colorful tourmaline relatives were already admired by ancient civilizations. While Egyptians believed tourmalines absorbed the colors of a rainbow, Greeks associated the gem with protection and inspiration. Though they didn’t have the technology to identify gemstone compositions.

We can’t help it, but nature always makes a great impact on our lives, from our fashion to our state of mind. Thus, there is no big surprise why the natural world's entrancing shapes and colors are entering the jewelry world. Now, nature-inspired jewelry is capturing hearts everywhere, crafted with textures, curves and sparkle of the natural world. Think climbing vines, blooming flowers and delicate leaves wrapped around gemstones — designs that reflect growth, connection and