Finn began as a firm specializing in small talismanic pieces, so it’s great to see that they not only survived the rise (and subsequent) fall of gold prices that seems to have wiped out so many other small designers, but they’ve actually thrived.

They offer a number of different collections and their pearls are simple and elegant. They are also affordable. Finn’s Akoya Pearl Bar earrings bring a little something more to what can be a staid conservative gem stone. These are 18k yellow gold with Akoya pearls on each; size isn’t noted but I’m guessing 7 or 8 mm pearls. They sell for USD$550.