As the old adage goes, one person’s junk is another person’s treasure. But we’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who ever considered elements from AK Vintage Jewelry junk. Self-taught designer Anna Korte combines genuine antique pieces from the ‘40s through early ‘80s along with sustainable materials to yield statement-making jewelry.

Each of Anna Korte’s collections is inspired by a poet or group of poets, with every piece gaining its name from a fitting poetic phrase. This season borrows from the dreamy, nature-inspired prose of Native American poets. And with names like “The Spirits Dance,” we know that we’ve found precious treasures in AK Vintage Jewelry.