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Hawaiian Jewelry
Our goldsmiths have fashioned exquisite jewelry that conveys to
the wearer memories of a special time in Hawaii with a loved one.
Walks on the beach at sunset with the fire of tiki torches lighting
the way. The fragrance of our flowers blended with hearts filled
with the spirit we call Aloha. Our Hawaiian Heirloom collection
links artful design to royal tradition and the result is jewelry
unlike any other in the world.
Hawaiian jewelry has been a tradition in the Islands for
over a century since it was first worn by Queen Lili‘uokalani in
the late 1800’s. Initially inspired by Queen Victoria, it soon captured
a distinct island quality as the names inscribed upon bracelets,
pendants and rings came to reflect all that was valued by the Hawaiian
people.
Unique engravings of Ku‘uipo (Sweetheart), Ku‘ualoha (My Love)
or your own name in Hawaiian, adorn the rings, pendants and bracelets
in this collection. We engrave and enamel all of the jewelry shown
 below
in solid 14k yellow gold. The barrel-shaped cross section is 2mm
at its thickest tapering to 1mm at the edges as shown. The lettering
is Old English, in real black enamel, as is traditional. The background
engraving is in the Maile style together with coin edge borders.
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each piece of Hawaiian Heirloom jewelry
is a custom design, you must call
us to order at
1-800-253-6016. It is very important for
you to
give us your correct ring
size and/or bracelet size when you place your order, as we cannot be responsible
for custom-made jewelry sized incorrectly. If you're not sure what size
you'll need, please feel free to call us for help. Most orders take 7
business days to complete & 3 to ship.
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We can also add special meaning by
engraving the inside of your jewelry.
Need Help? Call us at 1-800-253-6016
Monday - Friday, 12 P.M. - 9:30 P.M., Eastern Standard Time
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The story of Hawaiian jewelry
Beginning with the arrival of English voyagers James
Cook and George Vancouver in the late 1700s, the cultural influences
of the British in the Hawaiian Islands became strong. In England in
the mid 1800s black-enameled jewelry enjoyed a resurgence of popularity
and wearing it was an expression of sentiment, devotion and nostalgia
for the past. Worn by Queen Victoria and the upper classes initially,
the jewelry soon became popular worldwide.
It was the young woman, Lili‘uokalani, who would become Hawaii's
last ruling monarch who designed the first Hawaiian gold and enamel
jewelry based upon the English version. On her bracelets she enameled
Hawaiian words, such as Hoomanao Mau (Lasting Remembrance), R. Naiu
(Royalty, the Lofty Ones) and Liliuonamoku (Lili‘u of the Islands).
The deep feelings she had for her home, birthplace, and people were
thus transferred from her heart and inscribed upon her bracelets
— a sentimental reminder to herself as much as a symbol for others
to admire.
As nostalgia gripped the Islands in the 1960’s and 1970’s, Hawaiian
heirloom jewelry became increasingly sought after and continues
to grow in popularity until this day. Today’s heirloom jewelry offers
a fuller, more elegant look and its diamond cutting reflects light,
giving the jewelry greater radiance. Covering the entire area of
each jewelry piece with engraving has been found to protect the
jewelry from scratches, extending its life and beauty. Bracelets
and rings may be worn with the lettering facing the wearer or facing
the viewer so that others may admire its beauty and uniqueness.
In the last 126 years, it has become both a symbol of the Islands
and everlasting love and is worn proudly by all and given as gifts
on very special occasions.
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