Michael Kneebone’s exquisite jewelry creations are handmade works of art; no two pieces are alike. The master goldsmith has been creating captivating adornments for more than 50 years. His dangle earrings, beaded necklaces and cocktail rings have a contemporary style yet use traditional materials like pearls and colored gemstones.
Kneebone’s love for jewelry began when as a young man in Deerfield, Illinois, in 1970, he took a jewelry class. It inspired him to earn a degree in jewelry design from Northern Illinois University. Following an apprenticeship with designer Harriet Dreisiger, Kneebone began selling his creations through Saks Fifth Avenue.
In 1994, Kneebone started his own company, Michael K. Jewels, and opened a store in Naples, Florida. He later set up shop on the famous Canyon Road in Santa Fe, New Mexico, but decided that the winters were too cold. Kneebone moved the store to El Paseo in Palm Desert, California, but kept the name Canyon Road Collection.
In California, Michael Kneebone jewelry found its home. His pieces were perfectly suited to the fashion-forward Coachella Valley tastes. “Interest in colored gemstones has increased dramatically,” Kneebone said in 2019, “and so too has interest in colored pearls.” His work reflects these trends by showcasing stunning gemstones, including amethyst, sapphire and pearls, in a plethora of shapes, sizes and hues. As seen in his eclectic bracelets, Kneebone is not afraid to experiment with unique materials such as coral and stingray shagreen.
Kneebone’s jewelry grew in popularity among prominent women in the Coachella Valley community over the years, with many wearing it to black tie events and non-profit fundraisers, further raising the jeweler’s esteem. His jewelry has also made appearances at fashion luncheons at local upscale restaurants. In 2014, it was featured in the grand finale of the Fashion Show and Luncheon at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert.
Kneebone continues to make handcrafted jewelry in his home studio, focusing on elegant yet versatile pieces for today’s casual lifestyles.
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18K Reverse Crystal Hand painted King Charles Cavalier Pendant w Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K king charles calvalier pendant hand painted on crystal with mother of pearl backing and sapphire bail
Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18k pendant. Hand painted Spaniel on MOP, reverse crystal
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
This reverse crystal 18k pendant has a Spaniel hand painted on Mother of Pearl. There is a pendant loop at the bottom end of the pendant for a pearl, or whatever you would like to pu...
18k Spaniel Enhancer. Handpainted Reverse crystal w sapphire bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Handcarved Reverse Crystal carving of a Spaniel by Master Idar Oberstein Carver
$1,120Sale Price|30% Off
14k Yellow Gold Cocker Spaniel Dog Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pendant is crafted from 14k yellow gold and features a beautifully detailed representation of a Cocker Spaniel's head. The skilled craftsmanship highlights the beloved...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500
H 0.48 in W 0.36 in D 0.2 in
Victorian Bulldog Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 14 Karat Gold Necklace Bulldog
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a gorgeous and very rare antique Bulldog Dog Victorian Essex Crystal, also referred to as a reverse crystal intaglio, Pendant with an exquisitely rendered carved and enamel image of a Bulldog Dog in 14 Karat Gold. The Essex Crystal pendant is in superb condition. There is some reflected light off the crystal in some of the photos, but the piece is in perfect condition. The Crystal is Rock Crystal. The image of the bulldog dog is hand carved into the reverse of the crystal and then hand painted with enamel. The pendant is the work of a master artisan! The domed crystal is set in a beautiful 14 Karat Gold bezel. The Essex Crystal dates to the 19th - early 20th Century. We love our antique dog jewelry...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Poodle Dog King Charles Spaniel Coral Pendant Charm Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Victorian - Art Deco Hand Carved Poodle or King Charles Spaniel Dog Coral Pendant or Charm in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The head of the adorable dog is exqui...
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
15K Karat Gold Pendant Brooch King Charles Spaniel Micro Mosaic
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful Micro-Mosaic Brooch and Pendant, Depicting a King Charles Spaniel. Does double duty, truly a wonderful piece. Antique C style pin back. Set in 15kt Yellow Gold . Measuring...
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Shih Tzu/ Lhasa Apso Dog Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.02 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold pendant in the form of a dog; part of our diverse animal jewellery collections. This fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The antique 1910's pendant has been modelled in the form of a dog's head*. This gold pendant is embellished with details replicating the dog's fur and anatomical features. The dog's eyes are represented with two pavé set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 0.02ct. The pendant suspends from a hallmarked 9ct yellow gold 17'' fine trace chain via a ring loop attachment, securing with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening. The chain is hallmarked to the chain terminal plaque with the 9 karat gold mark (9CT) and the dog pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. This impressive diamond dog pendant...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Gold Dog Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Be the person your dog thinks you are by wearing his unconditional love with this Van Cleef & Arpels Paris 18 karat yellow gold dog pendant necklace. Signed VCA with French hall...
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Pearl Enamel 18K Gold Antique Fan Dog Locket Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered fan suspending from optional filigree bale Fan is deigned with pierced sticks at base with ornately decorated pleats Engraved with fanning feather motif...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Michael Kneebone Baroque Kasumi Pearl White Sapphire Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A luminous baroque pink Kasumi pearl (origin: Japan) is paired with a radiant cut white sapphire in this classic and wearable pendant. Kasumi pearls are ...
Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Pearl Brilliant Cut Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A ginormous white freshwater pearl is featured in this elegant pendant. The pure white pearl (origin: China) is baroque in shape and possesses a high luster and a blemish-free surfa...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone White Sapphire South Sea Pearl Wheat Chain Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Sliding on the 16 inch wheat chain is a 5mm brilliant cut white sapphire. The machine cut gem possesses dazzling fire. Dropped below the sapphire is a 10mm, gem quality white South...
South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone Asscher Cut Moissanite Paspaley South Seas Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A baroque South Seas pearl is paired with an Asscher cut Moissanite in this elegant and versatile pendant. The pearl (origin: Australia) is bright white, blemish free and possesses ...
Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone Kyanite Diamond Baroque Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Kyanite is paired with a dramatic baroque pearl in this one of a kind pendant. The kyanite (origin: Brazil) is a beautiful medium blue with a very slight smoky undertone. The gem i...
Diamond, Pearl, Kyanite, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Tahitian pearl is featured in this elegant drop pendant. The pearl is a beautiful medium gray color with undertones of green and blue. The gem has a couple minor dimples but posses...
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Titanium
