Objects of Desire

Art Nouveau 18k Hand-painted Enameled Pendant with Lady's Profile & Tiny Diamond Details

Finely painted enamel highlights - this beauty's wavy hair, creamy blush and - quite risqué for the time period - bare décolletage . Her hair is accented with a diamond moon and crown, and she is wearing a diamond necklace - a fantastic feature of jewelry wearing jewelry. A velvety black background strikes romantic contrast. This is one of the loveliest pendants we have had in the shop and a true collector's piece.

Arielle de Pinto Prestige Earrings in Burnt Gold 

Stunning, hand oxidized gold vermeil chain is woven to form fluid draped drops. 

Platinum, White Gold and Diamond Rings, Old & New

Antique Platinum and Diamond Eternity Band c.1920's (in-store), Rebecca Overmann 14k Oxidized White Gold Stream Band,  Gillian Conroy 18k White Gold & White Rosecut Diamond Ring, Antique Edwardian Platinum and Triple Row Diamond Band.

Gabriella Kiss "? !"Engraved Smoky Topaz Earrings (in-store) and available online with a bow and arrow motif.

Georgian Beauties

Spectacular French "Bague au Firmament “ or "ring of heaven". Celestial allusion jewelry was very au courant in France in the late 1700's. Popularized by the lovely Marie Antoinette who frequently wore a "Bague au Firmament" ring and was one of the most followed trend setters of the day. The dark blue vitreous enamel with diamond “stars" evokes the night sky. The navette or marquis shape of the ring is highlighted by a zig zag border of etched rose gold and is protected by a gently curved rock crystal face with a frame of mine cut diamonds.

Striking French Grissaile Portrait Ring. The portrait features a simple blue and white enamel border and is set behind a smooth rock crystal lens. She has blues eyes and a subtle blush to the lips and cheek. We adore the slightly austere look of the grey tones painting and elegant profile of this mysterious lady. c. 1780”s.

Love Story

Metier is all about commitment. We love helping couples find jewelry that symbolizes their relationships and relates to who they are. We understand that, more often than not, several rings need to be tried on before the right one(s) calls out. Thankfully, the lines of tradition have been blurred leaving modern day ring-seekers with a bevy of choices. From contemporary rings with opulently colored stones to detailed antiques with a sense of history, the only rule we encourage is to search for jewelry that truly speaks to you. Whatever the case, we’re always excited to lend our time and expertise. Read on for some of our current knot tie-ing favorites for the commitment bound.

Rebecca Overmann Bangles and 14k Long Leaf Earrings

Throughout history, a ring as a never-ending circle, symbolized eternity and the everlasting love between a two people. The open space inside the circle was considered to be a gateway or a door; leading to things and events, known and unknown, that as a couple you would experience together. Rings were made from noble metals—gold, silver, platinum—to symbolize the steadfastness of the relationship. To give a ring signified deep love and a union of the hearts. 

Rebecca Overmann 14k Gold Rings: White Rosecut Trillion Diamond Ring, Tapered Peach Diamond Band, Grey Cushion Cut Diamond Ring,  Champagne Diamond Pear Rosecut Ring, Red Rosecut Pear Shape Diamond Ring

Gillian Conroy 18k Rosecut Oval White Diamond Ring .50ct, Rebecca Overmann 14k Diamond V Band, Rebecca Overmann Twisted Gold Band

Victorian 10k Puffy Pearl Heart Pendant on fine gold chain

(left) Men's Bands: Gillian Conroy Men's 14k Narrow Rounded Band, Gabriella Kiss 18k Men's Band Inscribed with "Omnia Vincit Amor" which also comes in smaller sizes here, Rebecca Overmann Men's Knife Edge 14k Band Ring, Antique 14k Men's 1930's Classic Wedding Band, Gillian Conroy 18k Yellow Gold Men's Hammered Band.
(right) Victorian 14k Diamond Cluster Ring, Gillian Conroy 18k I Am Love Eternity Diamond Band

Antique Georgian Revival Platinum and Diamond Earrings

(index finger) Gillian Conroy 18k White Diamond Tapered Band, (ring finger) Gillian Conroy 18k Flat Narrow Band, Gillian Conroy 18k I Am Love Eternity Diamond Band, Rebecca Overmann 14k Rosecut Trillion Diamond Ring, (middle finger) Early Victorian 9k Pearl Half Hoop Ring, (at right) Rebecca Overmann 14k Rosecut Trillion Diamond Ring, Rebecca Overmann 14k Diamond V Band

Antique Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Dinner Ring, Art Deco Target Ring (sold), Various Antique Eternity Bands

 Antique Platinum and Rose Gold Watch Chain with Swivel, Georgian Diamond Pendant /Pin, Rebecca Overmann Men's White Gold Stream Band Ring, Gillian Conroy Men's 14k Flat Edged Wedding Band, Rebecca Overmann Men's White Gold Hammered Band, Gillian Conroy Men's 14k Rounded White Gold Wedding Band

Photography: Rebecca Goldschmidt,  Kara Brodgesell Model: Frances Tomei Hair & Makeup: Shawn Burke

Celebrate Your Mama!

Every day we hold our mothers close. For some of us, it's through weekly FaceTimes, for others it’s Sunday squeezes or lunch date meet-ups.  May is a time to honor the bonds, the relationships, the endless advice–the love.

Make mama happy with some spring blooms and something shiny, too. Perhaps a Victorian era keepsake or pair of modern studs. Get inspired by the new arrivals below and shop online here.

Celebrate the women who make you you.

B.C.E. Jewelry 14k Kingman Turquoise Oval Necklace, Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Diamond Shaped Pendant with tiny locket back, Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Heart with locket back on 18k Fine Curb Link Chain, Victorian 15k Diamond Heart Locket on 14k Cable Chain , B.C.E. Jewelry 14k Kingman Turquoise Triangle Necklace, Antique French Cherub Charm and Victorian 10k Puffy Pearl Heart Pin Pendant on Mid-Century 14k Toggle Chain.

Antique 14k and Black Enamel Book Locket and interior pages.

Fully opened view of the 14k Victorian Black Enamel Book Locket with antique photos (removeable).

Gabriella Kiss 18k Gold and Gemstone Lens Pendant Necklaces, left to right, Moss Aquamarine Lens, Rock Crystal Lens, and Ceylon Moonstone Pendant.  Gabriella Kiss Silver Hand Earrings, Gabriella Kiss Silver Hazelnut Necklace,  Gabriella Kiss Silver Sleepy Birds Earrings.

Early Victorian Gold and Black Enamel Memorial Locket on 14k Cable Chain,  Victorian 14k Black Enamel Oval Etched Locket on Victorian 9k Snake Link Chain, Victorian 9k Carved Rock Crystal Heart Locket on Rebecca Overmann 14k Rosecut Charcoal Diamond Necklace, Victorian 14k Black Enamel Book Locket and Black Enamel Greek Key Book Locket on Victorian 9k Chain with Lever Hook. 

Gabriella Kiss 18k Small Oval Opal Ring, Gabriella Kiss 18k Eye Love Toke Ring Inscribed with "Invigilare" or to watch over in Latin. Gabriella Kiss 18k Faceted Oval Ruby Ring, Victorian 9k Gold Mizpah Ring. Mizpah literally means "watchtower" and was given as a sentimental token of love symbolizing the emotional bond between two people when they're apart.

Photos: Shannon Sinclair

spring feels

This spring we're feeling a little moody, a little bold, more mysterious overall. Pearlescent moonstones, splashes of bright yellow gold, sienna-hued diamonds and lush emeralds share the field. The days are getting longer, leaving us with a few more sun-filled hours of daylight—we couldn't be happier. Read on for some of our most coveted pieces, layered up, shadows and all.

Marla Aaron Mega Curb Link Bracelet and Regular Lock. Info on rings below.

(left): Index & pinky rings: Kathleen Whitaker. Ring finger: Gillian Conroy 18k Gold Bands -in shop. Middle: Gillian Conroy 18k Black Diamond Ring-in shop,  Gabriella Kiss Moonstone Ring, Antique Knot Ring-in shop. (right) Antique Arts & Crafts Silver bangle bracelet.

Ring finger: Gabriella Kiss 18k Eye Ring, Variance Objects Aquamarine Ring-in shop. Middle: Antique 22k Gold Band-in shop. Index: Antique Moss Agate Ring-in shop. Gillian Conroy 18k Oval Emerald Ring.

Hat: Ryan Roche. Ceramics: Adrianne George-in shop.  Framed photo: Paul Tsang-in shop. 

On right arm: Antique Buckle Bracelet. Index: B.C.E. Australian Opal & Diamond Ring. Middle: B.C.E. Boulder Opal Ring-in shop, Rebecca Overmann 14k Red Rosecut Diamond Ring. Antique Snake Ring-in shop. Ring finger: Antique Victorian Pink Sapphire Band-in shop, Antique Single Set Diamond Ring-in shop. Pinky: Gabriella Kiss Mauve Emerald-Cut Ring. On left arm: Antique Rolled Stripe Bangle-in shop, Victorian Gutta Percha Cuff-in shop, Retro Link Bracelet-in shop. Pinky: Kathleen Whitaker Ring. Ring finger: Gabriella Kiss 18k Eye Ring, Antique Turquoise Dome Ring. Middle: Victorian Diamond Cluster Ring, Gabriella Kiss 18k Garnet Ring. Index: Rebecca Overmann Diamond Pave Band. Antique Diamond Buckle Ring, Gillian Conroy 18k Black Diamond Ring-in shop.

The Now Mood

Variance Objects Lapis Earrings, Gillian Conroy 14k and Bone Drops, Gillian Conroy Silver and Gold Thorn Drops, Gillian Conroy Emerald Earrings, Gillian Conroy Long Drops,  Rebecca Overmann Gold Studded Black Drops, Gillian Conroy 18k Thorn & Rose Cut Grey Diamond Earrings, Found Landscape Painting as Backdrop

Ryan Roche Alabaster Top Hat, Victorian Calibre Turquoise and Rosecut Diamond Arrow Pin 

(Index Finger) Deco Zircon and White Gold Ring, Victorian 14k Rose Gold and Triple Opal Ring, Late Georgian 14k Flat Cut Diamond Ring, B.C.E. Jewelry 14k Champagne Diamond Ring,  (Middle Finger) 1920's Rose Gold Set With Rosecut Diamonds, 18k Victorian Opal and Diamond Ring, Gillian Conroy 18k Diamond Band, B.C.E. Jewelry 14k Turquoise and White Diamond Ring, (Ring Finger) Victorian Rose Gold Prasiolite Ring, Rebecca Overmann Tourmaline Ring, Gillian Conroy White Diamond Pear Shape Ring, Victorian 12k Opal, Sapphire & Rose Cut Diamond Ring (Pinky Finger) Victorian 18k Gold Sapphire and Diamond Ring, B.C.E. Jewelry 14k Boulder Opal Ring, Victorian Gold and Opal Baby Ring.

Heather Day Paintings coming soon to Metier!

Gillian Conroy 18k Gold and Emerald Rings

All items available online are linked in the description. If you have questions please inquire at info@metiersf.com or stop by the shop.

January New Arrivals - Antiques

Rebecca Overmann Picture Agate Pendant Necklace (center) surrounded by Antique Lockets & Charms.

Antique Victorian 15k & Silver Turquoise Pave Ring, Rebecca Overmann Fine 14k Twist Band Ring, Rebecca Overmann 14kt and Pale Yellow Diamond Ring, Gillian Conroy Emerald Ring (in-store). 

Antique Silver Repousse Floral Bangle Bracelet, Variance Objects Embedded Bangle Bracelet, Variance Objects Ombre Bangle Bracelet, 

Antique 14k Gold "Mizpah" Repousse Drop Earrings, Very Rare. (in-store)

Instagram Roundup

Top Row: (rings) Mesh with Diamond & Ruby Buckle Ring, Diamonds & Ruby Dome Ring, Triple Rosecut Diamond Band, Green Gold Engraved Band, Chrysoberyl & Rhodolite Garnet Ring. (pendants) Diamond Pin Pendant, Diamond Sunburst, Onyx & Diamond Locket , Black Enamel & Pearl Locket, Rosecut Diamonds & Black Enamel Locket, Rose Gold Heavy Watch Chain. Bottom Row: (pendants) Coral Claw Charm, Carnelian and Bloodstone Heart Locket, Rebecca Overman Picture Agate Pendant,  Philip Crangi Steel & Gold Charms, Wood and Rose Gold Cross, Diamond & Gemstone May Fly Charm (rings) Pave Rosecut Diamond Navette Ring, Georgian Diamond Rectangle Cluster Ring, Gillian Conroy Black Pear Shape Diamond Ring, Gillian Conroy Emerald Cut Grey Diamond Ring, Platinum & Diamond Cluster Ring. 

Top Row: Victorian Silver and Pave Turquoise Ring, Deco Five Diamond Band, Turquoise & Diamond Scalloped Ring, Turquoise Dome Ring,  1920's Vermeil and Turquoise Necklace. Bottom Row: (earrings) Kathleen Whitaker 14k Stick Stud & Ear Cuff,  Gillian Conroy 14k Safety Pin Earring, (rings) 14k Pattern Embossed Ring, Opal & Diamond Ring, 18k Three Turquoise Ring,  French Gold & Diamond Chain Ring,  Opal Ring, Buckle Ring (sold),  18k Diamond & Turquoise Band, Victorian 14k Aquamarine Ring.