What better time than summertime to promote the eco-conscious looks of uncommon and organic materials such as wood, fossilized coral, mother-of-pearl, horn, and bone? Less precious than conventional jewelry, these repurposed beauties make a cost-effective statement ideal for the warm-weather months. Despite the challenge of working with sometimes-fussy materials (wood can break if overpolished), jewelers persevere in the ­studio to obtain results that are unpretentious, ­fashion-forward, and, best of all, environmentally friendly, striking the perfect balance between fine and costume jewelry