The Story of the Koa Wood Collection

Koa double meaning names both the tree, Acacia koa, indigenous to Hawaii, as well as describing everything brave and bold . Koa wood is quintessential to Hawaiian culture. They were used to craft voyaging canoes that connected the island chain together and voyaged the pacific. Also used in building homes, weapons, statues, surfboards and more. Not just one of the most beautiful wood grains found in the world, Hawaiian Koa wood when crafted into jewelry carries that history of connection and resilience with us.

Designs in the Koa Wood Collection

The collection pairs genuine Hawaiian koa inlay with 14K gold and sterling silver settings across pendants, rings, bracelets, and earrings. The koa tones are distinctly warm, richly grained panel within the metal. Colors ranging from honey gold to deep auburn depending on the individual piece of wood. Common motifs include the honu, the fish hook, plumeria, and island silhouettes. Because the grain of koa varies from one section of wood to the next, no two pieces are identical which makes each piece genuinely one-of-a-kind.

Craftsmanship

Koa inlay is fitted precisely against the metal, finished flush, and sealed to protect the wood from moisture and daily wear. The settings are solid 14K gold or sterling silver. The metal gives a clean contrast bringing out the vibrance and depth of the unique wood grain.

Choosing a Koa Wood Piece

Koa wood jewelry in its warmth and history gives our designs a feeling of completeness that is distinctly Hawaiian. The wood itself connects the piece to the islands in grounding way not found in other jewelry. They are an excellent choice for nature lovers who would take pride in their roots. For pieces that pair koa with diamond accents, our Koa Diamond Collection takes everything we love about Koa wood into fine jewelry designs.