Wendy Mink began her jewelry business in 1988 after completing her MFA at Columbia University. From the outset her work was influenced by frequent travels to Nepal and surrounding areas. A favorite at Barney's and other high-end boutiques, the very best materials available are used in her work - the silver is sterling and the gold finish is 22k vermeil. Accents include genuine semi-precious stones and freshwater pearls. Her studio is located in the Greenwich Village area of New York City.