To embody the captivating  beauty of the new high jewellery collection-“Emeraude en Majeste”, the prestigious Maison Van Cleef&Arpels has carefully selected emeralds, Pierres de Caractere that instill a unique emotion. For the creation of  high end pieces about 1400 cts of emeralds of exceptional beauty were used deriving originary from Colombia, Zambia and being part of antique jewels. Each gem revealed all its beauty and character whether it is emerald cut which brings out the volume of the stone, or round , cushion, pear-shaped that enhance the intensity of green color or the luminosity of a specific crystallization. Cabochons and beads delicately featured the depth of color , carved emeralds, carefully handcrafted, evoked the Indian ornamental tradition which has inspired the Maison since  the 1920th.

These spectacular pieces featured main sources of inspiration so characteristic for the Maison: Nature and Couture. The nature evoked by the Maison is benevolent and poetic, ethereal and lithe. A wonderful, stimulating garden where butterflies and dragonflies glide aimlessly amid roses in full bloom and delicate foliage. This fresh, spontaneous nature encapsulates the magic of the moment for eternity. Couture inspired jewels pay tribute to the city of its birth-Paris, the capital of elegance and fashion. Dazzling golden lace, sparkling embroidery, flourishes of precious stones, ribbons of emeralds celebrate the enchantment and femininity.

Emeralds are incredible Pierre de Caractere that have accompanied numerous collections of VCA over the years. They were highly appreciated by prestigious jewellery houses, being used to create bespoke, spectacular, jaw-dropping jewelry commissioned by maharajas, kings, princes and sophisticated coterie of clients, collectors. Famous tiara made for H.I.H. Farah (Diba) Pahlavi, first Empress of Iran, Zip necklace for Duchess of Windsor, emerald collaret for Princess Faiza of Egypt, carved emerald brooch for H.H. the Maharani of Baroda, the transformable necklace with ribbed emeralds for H.H. Begum Salimah Aga Khan, to name a few.

“Emeraude en Majeste”, never-seen-before high jewellery line entirely comprising of emeralds, collected for a decade, is a pure luxury which expresses signature style by Van Cleef&Arpels, combining exceptional craftsmanship and exquisite design for creating solely sophisticated jewellery adornments that embody the Maison’s commitment to excellence.

Here are some pieces chosen by Realm of Jewellery to pay your attention on.

Drape Majestueux necklace, an elegant reversible necklace, delicately adorns the neckline; consisting of three strands of intense green emerald cabochons of 6 and 8 mm, and a various cut diamond row terminating by a rear motif definitely reminiscent of couture, the Maison’s ultimate source of inspiration.

Emeraude Entrelacee necklace distinguishes with its more contemporary aspect, featuring an imressive 17.28cts Colombian emerald of intense saturated green color as a central element of the piece, delicately capturing two entwining round and baguette cut diamond strings.

Grand Opus Set showcases three important engraved Colombian “old mine” emeralds weighing 127.88cts. Two rows of round and baguette cut diamonds are delicately holding a central element consisting of two emeralds that remind the characteristic indian gadroon motif. The third emerald is gracefully bejewelling  the nape.  The earrings-pendants comprising of diamond ribbons and pearl tassels are the harmonious complement to the piece. The whole set can be worn in different ways being an excellent example of transformable jewels.

Canopee ring exquisitely created to enhance the unique beauty of the emerald cut Colombian emerald of 13.52cts. The ring is reinterpreted as the solitaire aesthetic in an elegantly asymmetric composition. The foliage of baguette cut diamonds delicately underlines the profoundity and intense hue of the gem.

Lune d’Eau between the finger ring features two important gems: 3ct  pear- shaped intense green Zambian emerald harmoniously opposites to 3.03ct D IF diamond distinguishing with its purity and brilliance.

Liens Antiques bracelet evokes an ancient motif of Herculean knot, symbolizing union in mythology. The bracelet is meticulously handcrafted in a very elegant and contemporary way. Carefully selected octagonal emeralds gently occupy the central arc of the piece, alternating deep blue cabochon sapphires harmoniously underline the intense colour of emeralds. The baguette cut and round cut diamonds illuminate the bracelet which is an exquisite example of the Maison’s excellence and virtuosity.

Twist Emeraude bracelet forming a torque creating an evident mouvement by means of alternating diamonds and mauve sapphires terminating by impressive Colombian emeralds of 19.80 and 21.48cts respectively.