Archaeologist turned goldsmith Loren Nicole crafts each extraordinary piece herself, by hand, in her Hermosa Beach, California studio. Inspired by ancient metalsmithing techniques, her collections are richly sensual and assertively intellectual. Each year, she explores a different story from antiquity, combining history, materiality and beauty in groundbreaking and often surprising ways. 

We love her charms, hand-made chains, and the remarkable finishing techniques she employs.

We admire her commitment to historical study and obsessive craftsmanship.