Not sure what to get your loved one this year?
Need a little something sparkly under the tree?
Love is not always about ‘things’, we know. However, sometimes an heirloom quality piece of jewelry is the perfect reminder. A small token of love with every wear. This Hamilton Hill Holiday Gift Guide is meant to help you navigate the ever increasing sea of gift options on our site and beyond. For 22 years we have curated our jewelry suggestions to our clients and now we would like to bring you in on the tradition! At the end of the day, we want all of our jewelry recipients to glow inside and out in their Hamilton Hill jewelry. Here are the top ten (unique) picks that we think every jewelry lover should have in their collection!
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Peter Schmid | Atelier Zobel Aquamarine Cuff Bracelet
Price $12,200 (please inquire to reserve)
Coming soon to Hamilton Hill — this PS | AZ Aqua Cuff will quite literally drop jaws. Sporting 51 carats of aquamarine, accented with scattered diamonds across your wrist, it’s the ultimate final form of effortless style. We don’t make the rules — but in this cuff, you do. Every look, every pairing, every combo becomes a little more dazzling when this statement piece is on your arm.
Sethi Couture ‘Dunes’ Oval Diamond Hoops
Price $2,970
Sweet, sweet Sethi Couture — with the most delicate designs to grace your lobes. Round brilliant-cut diamonds twinkle and dance around your head as you throw it back laughing at the funniest joke you’ve ever heard. 🙂
Georg Spreng Morganite ‘Blub’ Ring
Price $ 9,200
Have you ever been mesmerized by a ring? Georg Spreng excels at capturing attention — and holding it. Their exceptional faceting turns gemstones into kaleidoscopes of color and clarity, each piece engineered to hypnotize the admirer.
Sheila Stillman Cat’s Eye Jade Ring
Price $2,250
Designed and executed to perfection for the unique recipient in your life. This cabochon cat’s-eye jade will win the hearts of everyone involved. Wherever the stone moves, a special surprise reveals itself — a glowing line of light that follows you. Quelle surprise!
Ken Weston ‘Essence II’ Link Bracelet
Price $5,500
Most cultures agree: gold is essential. The Essence link bracelet distills that universal allure into a single, sculptural form — a hand-forged link bracelet crafted with quiet precision and enduring strength. Each link flows into the next, creating a continuous line of warmth that settles into your everyday stack or stands confidently on its own!
Gellner Pearl Strand
Price Range $3,000 – $20,000+-
Pearls no longer have to feel stuffy or ‘too formal’ for everyday wear. The addition of Tahitian, Fijian, or Marutean pearls to your/their collection is the perfect way to add glowing texture to any look. These beauties can be worn on their own or stacked with other necklaces (the HH uniform). Gellner pearls are decidedly not old-fashioned. They are day to night pearls, from denim to a ballgown in the blink of an eye.
Niessing ‘Era’ Pendant
Price $4,500+-
The Niessing Era pendant is made for every era of your life — a quiet, sculptural symbol of continuity. Its smooth, circular form holds the stories of who you were, the clarity of who you are, and the promise of who you’re becoming. Minimalist in appearance yet rich with meaning, it rests against the skin as a constant companion, catching light with every breath and movement. Gift it to yourself as a mark of growth — a celebration of milestones big and small. Or offer it to someone sweet, as a beautifully tangible reminder that time spent, time shared, and time ahead are all equally precious. A future heirloom that lives fully in the present. A piece for every era!
Humphrey Milanese Bracelet
Price $750
Know someone who seems to have it all? We bet they don’t have this! A very sleek, stainless steel mesh bracelet with a single splashy diamond and an excellent “butterfly” clasp might be just the thing to stop them in their tracks! There are additional styles of this stellar bracelet (with MORE or less diamonds!).
Majoral Samoa Line
Price Range $300-$3,000+
Imagine you’re on Formentera, Spain, summer home to Majoral, wearing your matching ‘Samoa’ earrings. You’re under a big hat with killer shades. You’re at a chic beach club or restaurant. The Mediterranean Sea unfolds before you. Or imagine you’re kicking around in Durham, NC looking sharp! Sometimes that’s good enough! Party party on, in silver or gold!
Kai Hill Metalsmithing ‘Pillow Wave’ Sapphire Solitaire
Price $1,940
Pillows are for sleeping — and for dreaming up your perfect ring.
Named for its soft, sweet curves, the Pillow Wave sapphire ring wraps the hand in color and comfort. A little warmth to carry you through winter.
These are just a few pieces of our many designers to choose from. If you are located in the Durham area (North Carolina) visit us in the Brightleaf Square courtyard at 905 West Main Street Durham NC, 27701. If you are purchasing from afar, we’ve got you covered, too! We ship nationally 2nd-day or overnight FedEx (terms and conditions may apply). Call or text us at (919)-683-1474 and we will be happy to help you any time of year.
-Helena, Digital Media Manager