Unique stones in silver jewelry

It’s no secret, I love stones - for their color and unique properties. Since I was limited in my designs, I started sourcing raw materials directly from miners. Then I would custom-cut and shape stones to my liking. It allows me to follow my creativity without limitations. I also like to know the exact provenance of the material I use. I always prefer natural, untreated stones - Silver is secondary to the jewelry; I usually like the stones to do the talking. My choice of stones varies, with the chakras I am trying to rebalance. When rings are in stock for sale, I never set the stone in place. This way I can set the ring to the size desired. The latest stones of choice are Montana Agates, Smoky Quartz, and …