Stardust, we are all stardust. We, and everything about us, are composed of elements forged in the fires of ancient stars gone nova long ago.? “Phoenix Rising” celebrates the hope and glory of the cosmic dance of which we, like the stars, are a small and fleeting part. ~18K yellow gold with Diamond, Fire Opal and ?Mandarin Garnet? Spessartine.? ?Provenance: This jewel was part of the exhibition titled “The Shape of Matter ? Through an Artist?s Eye” at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science from October 21st, 2021 through April 20th, 2022.