Every gemstone used by Variance Object jewelry is hand cut in their Santa Cruz studio, making each of their pieces -- whether its a pair of lapis and emerald earrings, a watermelon tourmaline cuff, or a Australian opal pendant necklace, unique and one of a kind. Husband and wife duo Nicole Rimedio and Scott Zankman are the magicians behind this renowned brand: Nicole crafts each piece of jewelry to show the most beautiful facets and fire of each gemstone, while Scott captures each pieces' beauty through his photography, and manages the day to day operations of the business. Together they source the finest and most unusual gemstones from all over the world, with a focus on ethical sourcing and recycled materials.