A NOTE FROM THE ARTIST ABOUT MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUE: "I start by forming a shape in the silver molds. Once I have achieved the shape or design I choose from a variety of natural stones such as turquoise, opal, coral, onyx, mother pearl and many others. Then carefully measuring the mold I cut the stones in order to have a geometrically perfect pattern then set the stones. After the stones have been pasted in the sterling silver mold I place a coating polish into the stones to finish each piece."