What is “high Jewelry”?

High jewelry is one of a kind. It is designed by the finest craftsmen with the highest quality gems and precious metals. It can be vintage or unique pieces designed today by artists or jewelry designers. High jewelry is an investment. Pieces can be worth millions of dollars. Companies such as Christian Dior, DeBeers, Bulgari…

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Velvet da Vinci – A Jewelry Paradise

Velvet da Vinci opened in San Francisco in 1991 by Mike Holmes and a couple of friends showing their our own work and a few other local jewelry artists. It did not take long for the gallery to be a success and now features jewelers / jewelry artists from all over the world. Half of the work comes from the US which includes many local jeweler / artists and the other half comes from around the world. The gallery is a combination jewelry store and museum store featuring the work of many talented artists.

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