HANDCRAFTED FOR THE LOVE OF GEMS,
from my imagination, heart & hands
Welcome to Agapé Artisan Jewelry, a small-batch demi-fine jewelry company based in Scottsdale, Arizona, where authenticity, curiosity & enthusiasm are among the core values. Here you will discover a variety of original designs that reflect uniquely beautiful & multidimensional women like you. Jewelry that is well-crafted, refined and effortlessly elegant. With an artistic vision and focus on the gemstones, each piece is a one-of-a-kind special treasure to be cherished.
“I love working with beautiful gems & meticulously crafting little objects of wearable art, which I’m honored to share with you.” -Robin
FROM THE ART OF MEDICINE TO THE ART OF JEWELRY MAKING,
about Robin
Robin is owner, designer and creator of Agapé Artisan Jewelry. Exploring various forms of art has been her lifelong outlet since childhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and throughout her career as a physician. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University and pursuing medical school, she completed a radiology residency and musculoskeletal fellowship. During this time, her fascination for natural gemstones began after a trip to the world renowned Tucson Gem & Mineral Show. After years of recreational jewelry making, Robin honed her metalsmithing skills and launched Agapé Artisan Jewelry in 2017, developing a look that is both original and timeless.
Mostly self taught, Robin’s work is refined and thoughtfully handcrafted in her Scottsdale, Arizona studio using many of the same skills from her medical career - with patience, precision, and passion. She finds purpose in crafting pieces with an unwavering focus on the gems. Simple settings allow the stones to speak for themselves, while other designs are the result of artistic vision and eye-catching color combinations.
AGAPE (ἀγάπη agápē) the highest form of love, the love of God for man and of man for God.
As a treasure hunter and collector, Robin is driven by the never ending search for striking gemstones. She is captivated by their intrinsic beauty, unique faceting and alluring imperfections. Thus, each piece begins with the meticulous selection of precious and semi-precious gemstones, hand selected and sourced from only trusted suppliers worldwide to ensure high quality, vibrant color, exceptional clarity and precise cut. Metalwork is hand forged in 14k gold fill, fine and sterling silver, and involves forming, cutting, shaping, sanding, hammering and soldering. Along with aesthetics, her designs take into consideration durability, movement and wearability.
