Meet Katharyn Zava

I began my career with a job in retail sales at a Wilmington, NC jewelry store in 2000, then earned the Graduate Gemologist diploma at the Gemological Institute of America in New York City in 2006.  I have been a member of the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers since 2009 which holds its members accountable to a code of ethics and standard appraisal practices.  

-Katharyn Zava, GG (GIA)

I am passionate about use of color and aesthetics.  From custom pieces with precious gemstones set in precious metals to gemstone bead jewelry collections, each piece of jewelry I design is crafted with care and attention to detail. I believe that jewelry should be as unique and individual as the person wearing it, and I strive to create custom pieces that reflect the personality and style of my clients, as well as to create one of a kind pieces for my retail collections.  I do the bead stringing and wire work myself and, whenever possible, I try to source materials from right here in the United States.