Michaeltatom

Santa Fe, New Mexico

9k
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5.0 (3.2k)

15 years
on Etsy

5.0 (3.2k)

9k
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15 years
on Etsy

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9k
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5.0 (3.2k)

15 years
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5.0 (3.2k)

9k
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15 years
on Etsy

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Last updated on Dec 11, 2025

hi . I AM STILL SHIPPING IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS UP UNTIL THE 20th. select the appropriate shipping method
Everything you see in my shop is hand made . i carve my originals in wax and cast them . i have been a jeweler for 45 years and have made just about everything . i am happy now to be making these animals based on my bronze sculptures . i finish each item to perfection and the gemstones i use are top quality, selected for their color and brilliance . if you don't see the animal you want here i am happy to discuss making something new ...just leave me a note...ABOUT THE "IN STOCK NUMBERS"... they don't reflect what is actually in stock because I make each item to order . if the item has a choice of eye and finger color. Etsy multiplies the number of different eye colors times the number of finger sizes so if I have 9 different sizes and 6 different colors Etsy says I have 54 rings in stock . and if it's says out of stock in your size its probably wrong so just send a message to me if you get an out of stock message

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michael tatom

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5.0 (3161)

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Monica on Mar 16, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I love this ring. Beautiful piece that's slightly adjustable.

dragon ring , feathertail. sterling silver

dragon ring , feathertail. sterling silver
Hachi on Feb 25, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Exactly as described and presented

dragon ring , feathertail. sterling silver

dragon ring , feathertail. sterling silver
Etsy buyer on Mar 21, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Exactly as described...beautifully made...shipped quickly...great service...thank you!

grizzly bear bronze

grizzly bear bronze
Jean on Mar 20, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Adding the diamond eyes to this artist’s work add extra charm and eye catching beauty.

Add diamond to order

Add diamond to order
Jean on Mar 20, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

A beautiful tiger! This artist’s work is creative, beautifully made, and charming.

tiger pendant

tiger pendant
DogsAndTrees on Mar 20, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

This ring is great. It’s comfortable and well made. I wear gloves all day and it doesn’t puncture them. The eye gems are well set and stand up to near constant wear and frequent hand washing. 10 out of 10

Boa ring. silver pick your eye color

Boa ring. silver pick your eye color
Etsy buyer on Mar 19, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

This ring is magnificent! I was a little worried it might be high enough to catch, but it is so sleek and fits so well that will not be a problem. The finish is amazing; it feels great! I am very happy I got it. Highly recommend both this item and the artist. I will shop his store again! To the artist: you have made an amazing ring, thank you.

Jaguar ring . pick your eye color

Jaguar ring . pick your eye color
Embyr on Mar 14, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

It's perfect! It's exactly as pictured, heavy enough to feel durable but still dainty and sweet. No sharp edges to catch on clothes or hair or your skin, I'll be able to comfortably sleep with it on. So happy I bought it.

Magpie pendant, charm, or pendant, silver

Magpie pendant, charm, or pendant, silver
Etsy buyer on Mar 13, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Delighted to add this stunning ring to my small collection of your work. Thank you, Michael!

frog ring, silver

frog ring, silver
Sam on Mar 13, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Really beautiful piece with great weight and quality. It feels like a tiny sculpture. I really love it.

coyote. running, bronze necklace

coyote. running, bronze necklace

About Michaeltatom

of beasts and beauty

Sales 9,040

On Etsy since 2011

of beasts and beauty

jewelry as Art

my mom got me started making jewelry when i was in junior high . she had taken a class in making silver shadow box jewelry and showed me how to do it, soon i was making elaborate bracelets sawing out eagles for the overlay design. when i got to the university of new mexico i took a jewelry class and that led me to the gemological institute of america where i received my formal training . i worked for a few jewelry stores before i struck out on my own. for 30 years i did high end custom gold and gemstone jewelry for clients in santa fe NM. during this time i also made larger bronze animal sculptures and eventually merged the animal designs with the jewelry to make what you see here in the shop . jewelry as art has to have a sense of balance and flow combined with meticulous craftsmanship to be compelling . i hope you see something compelling here ....michael