Tiffany not only explored the various jewelry processes of the time, but also branched out into new metals,Tiffany Jewelry such as platinum, which at the time was considered very hard to manipulate.It seems to be the case that unusual colorations appealed to Tiffany, like the opal.He also preferred gemstones that were either opaque or translucent.Silver Tiffany Turquoise, jade, carnelian, lapis, moonstones, and opals were all chosen for their ability to filter light. Tiffany BraceletsEmphasis based on color was very prevalent in his works.He devoted hi s first year of jewelry making to mainly a focus towards forms and techniques,Tiffany Earrings and only began to really put a collection together once he was satisfied with the fruits of his labor.Once Tiffany and Co.’s began to manufacture his jewelry, Tiffany Necklacesthere was a marked evolution in his pieces. His earlier pieces went from being made in a “hand-wrought” looking manner, to a much more symmetrical and stylized fashion.