“The Peacock Ring” by Damiani
JEWELRY DESIGNER The history of Damiani jewelry is that of an Italian family strongly tied to tradition and passion for goldsmith art. The family has designed and produced precious and unique jewelry for three generations. The Damiani family generations have watched jewelry being created and the crafting of diamonds and precious stones, learning to love […]
“Diamond Flame Brooch” by Jean Michel Schlumberger
JEWELRY DESIGNER Born into a prominent family of textile manufacturers in Alsace, France, Jean Schlumberger (1907–1987) eventually landed in New York City. In 1956 he was hired by Tiffany & Co. Chairman Walter Hoving as a Vice President of the company. A special design studio and salon were decorated to the designer’s specifications, and with […]
“The Japanese Sense of Beauty High Jewellery Collection” Necklace by Mikimoto
JEWELRY DESIGNER Mikimoto Kōkichi (25 January 1858 – 21 September 1954) was a Japanese entrepreneur who is credited with creating the first cultured pearl and subsequently starting the cultured pearl industry with the establishment of his luxury pearl company Mikimoto. He was inducted into the house of peers by imperial decree and posthumously awarded the […]
“Purple and Pink Bliss Necklace” by Margot McKinney
JEWELRY DESIGNER Margot McKinney is a fourth-generation jeweler whose creations are a joy to behold. Inspired by her love of travel and the vivid colors she encounters on her exotic adventures, she has a soft spot for gems native to Australia, including opals and South Sea pearls, combining them with colored stones to create bold statement pieces, each of which […]
“Pendant from Rosa del Inca Collection” by Lydia Courteille
JEWELRY DESIGNER Lydia Courteille is a Parisian born gemologist and antique jewelry expert. She started to create more than ten years ago, conjuring up more than thirty collections. HOW TO WEAR IT A free-spirit woman with humor and audacity knows no limits; provocation is never far away from a woman\’s extraordinary imagination. Mysterious symbols, archaeology […]
“Pea Brooch” by Hemmerle
JEWELRY DESIGNER Hemmerle is a Munich-based jeweler founded in 1893 by brothers Joseph and Anton Hemmerle. Anton and Joseph Hemmerle established Hemmerle by taking over an established goldsmiths’ company specializing in medals and orders and in 1895 they are appointed \’Purveyor to the Court\’ by Luitpold, Prince Regent of Bavaria by Royal warrant of appointment […]
“Bocca di Squalo – Shark Mouth” Bracelet by Damiani
JEWELRY DESIGNER The history of Damiani jewelry is that of an Italian family strongly tied to tradition and passion for goldsmith art. The family has designed and produced precious and unique jewelry for three generations. The Damiani family generations have watched jewelry being created and the crafting of diamonds and precious stones, learning to love […]
“Fan Earrings from the Alhambra Collection” by Yanes
JEWELRY DESIGNER Since 1881, the Yanes firm, committed to the art of jewelry, has enjoyed designing and creating unique jewelry that preserves the style, personality, and quality inherited from its founder Claudio Yanes. Today, the fifth generation, contributing everything that contemporary society demands, maintains the spirit of its predecessors and the philosophy of the brand, […]
“Ivy Champagne Ring” by Selini
JEWELRY DESIGNER Selini is the work of Robin Girling a designer and craftsman of fine jewelry, specializing in the creation of complicated one-off pieces. His workshop is situated in rural Lancashire, where every piece is designed and handcrafted entirely by Robin. Robin began his professional life as a third-generation precision engineer/toolmaker where he spent his time […]
“Ore Earrings” by Tasaki
JEWELRY DESIGNER Since its inception in 1954, Japanese jeweler and pearl farmer Tasaki has strived to produce quality and elegant pieces of pearl and diamond jewelry. Tasaki is Japan’s only house to own its pearl farm, this is why Tasaki can produce pristine, beautiful pearls, ethically and sustainably. Tasaki has worked to modernize its pieces […]
“Engagement Diamond Ring” by Lorraine Schwartz
JEWELRY DESIGNER Lorraine Schwartz is an American bespoke high jewelry designer. After studying fine arts and public relations at New York University and producing fashion shows for clubs on the side, life eventually led her back to her family\’s diamond roots. She has designed jewelry for a host of famous female celebrities including Beyoncé, Blake […]
“South Sea Pearl Ring” by Andrew Grima
JEWELRY DESIGNER Andrew Grima was the most influential jewelry designer of the post-war period. He changed the way people perceived jewelry not just in Britain but around the globe and consequently is widely regarded as the father of modern jewelry. Entirely self-taught, he joined his father-in-law’s jewelry manufacturing business, H.J. Company, in 1946 and immediately set about innovating with new techniques and changing the emphasis from figurative […]
