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While studying Buddhist philosophy at a Nepalese monastery, Montana-native Stephen Estelle became close to a family of artisans whose lineage has been making jewelry for the maharajas of Nepal for more than four centuries.

Today, Estelle divides his time between his design studio in Red Lodge, Montana and the workshop in Parping, Nepal, where his gorgeous precious-metal and semi-precious-stone jewelry pieces are handmade by Nepalese artisans. The driving force behind his work is his philosophy that elegance necessitates simplicity, and that simplicity guarantees longevity and appreciation.

Learn more of Stephen Estelle at ElegantRoots.com/designers