Constantly studying light, minerals and form, Clay Zava’s Master Cut™ gemstones express his artistic vision reflecting an unusual balance between precision and grace. His gems are calculated for maximum brilliance while possessing a lyrical beauty. Working with traditional outlines on which he layers creative surfaces and patterns, his gemstones have a subtle serenity: the peace of order with the beauty of flowers. Light becomes poetry; intricate precision is brought to light in a graceful form. Gemstone cutting is giving birth to light.

With Zava Master Cuts™, you hold light in its most tangible form: a colored gem pulsing with color and brilliance. All hand-crafted by award-winning cutter Clay Zava, acute thought and attention is directed towards unlocking each gem's maximum potential. No sacrifices are made such as cutting purely for weight retention, specific dimensions or speed. The rough is studied to understand light movement, and what will yield the strongest, cleanest and most beautiful gem from that rough piece. Our primary aim is for the gemstone's eventual owner to have a visceral "gut" reaction to the gem's timeless perfection. And our aim is true.

23.51 carat Blue-Green Tourmaline from Afghanistan. Photo by Weldon