Online - May 26, 2006

A Page Turner

Page Sargisson Jewelry

Without risks there are no rewards.

A new love could steal your heart … or your car. White leggings might flatter your bum … or bum you out. On any given day you may rock out … or hit rock bottom.

But still, a more calculated gamble might not hurt.

Put your money on Page Sargisson’s Casino Chic jewelry. The designer’s necklaces and bracelets are made with 14-karat gold-filled chains and 1920s mother-of-pearl poker chips originally from Monte Carlo, Palma de Mallorca, and Argentina. She uncovered the currency (along with trinkets like drawer handles and belt buckles) at a French antique cooking store in San Francisco.

But Sargisson’s journey only starts there. Now, armed with wood blocks she discovered in India and wax-carving techniques, she’s handcrafted Amalia, textured disc necklaces and earrings. The summer line showcases flowers like hibiscus and fern, and the fall line introduces trees, leaves, and Celtic patterns.

With inspiration ranging from Texas Hold ’Em to butterflies, the pieces always stand out. In fact, wearers are almost guaranteed to get compliments.

And that’s what we call a good bet.

Available online at pagesargisson.com.