Chrome Diopside Necklace in 14K

A cameo begins as a single striped gem, usually agate with layers of different colors. It’s skillfully carved in one piece by a sculptor so that a figure stands out in one color against a background of another color. Cameos have been popular since the reign of Alexander the Great in the 3rd century B.C. Because a cameo relies on the natural mineral layers, each one is an individual expression of the carver’s art. Wearing a cameo is like wearing a personal sculpture, unique in the world.

With a warm sunny glow, 14k gold is the standard for fine jewelry, valued in every culture for its beauty as well as its long history as a store of wealth and a symbol of success. Gold doesn’t tarnish, rust or corrode. Pure 24K gold is alloyed with other metals, including silver, copper and zinc, to make it more durable. 14K yellow gold, 58.5% gold, is the most popular alloy in the United States because it holds gems securely and resists wear and scratching. Your gold jewelry will shine for generations.

Ben Kho is one of the most talented gemstone cutters in the world. By carefully positioning each facet, he sculpts light into brilliance. After mining rubies and sapphires in Cambodia as a teenager, he fell in love with the fascinating process of transforming rough into sparkling gems. Collectors from around the world commission Ben to create one-of-a-kind treasures. He has received 25 prestigious Cutting Edge Awards from the American Gem Trade Association. Wear Ben Kho jewelry for a cut above.