The last two generations of goddesses Anne Hathaway and Zendaya have filmed new jewelry blockbusters, emerald has become the new favorite of the goddess, but you may not know, the entire beryl family is a "ruthless character" , every member is prosperous in the jewelry circle, with "traffic", "rookies", and "hidden bosses"... Why don't we take a look at this jewelry "family" together? The history of fame ~
"Head of the family" - emerald
Needless to say, the status of emeralds in the jewelry circle? firmly occupies the "center position" in the high-end jewelry release season almost every year. Especially this year, most of the high-end jewelry series released by major brands have nature as the theme. It is natural that the emerald exudes vitality. Snatched the C position.
For example, Bulgari has just launched the Eden Miracle Garden high-end jewelry series, which is naturally inspired by nature. There are more than 30 emerald works in it, which can be said to have created this year's emerald "little climax."
Bulgari Eden Miracle Garden High Jewelry Series
Bulgari is a brand that is very good at controlling colored gemstones. They know how to bring out the color of colored gemstones to make them brighter and more gorgeous. For example, in the emerald and diamond necklace worn by Anne Hathaway this time, the large emeralds echo each other with the surrounding step-cut and spliced emeralds, making it even more emerald green against the backdrop of the bright diamonds.
Bulgari Eden Miracle Garden High Jewelry Series
In fact, the charm of emerald lies in its unique green color. Yes, the magical nature has brought us many green gems. Why can emerald become the "king" and occupy the "throne" from the ancient Egypt period to today?
Bvlgari Eden Miracle Garden High Jewelry Series
First of all, the green color of emerald is very true and rich. It can be said to be the benchmark for all green gemstones. Therefore, color is the most important quality factor of emeralds. Blue-green and pure green emeralds with bright color saturation are the most sought-after gems for jewelry collectors, while those that are not green enough or the wrong green Beryl simply "doesn't deserve" to be called emerald.
Bvlgari Eden Miracle Garden High Jewelry Series
Strictly speaking, emerald is mainly colored by Cr/V, which is emerald green, with a slight yellow or blue tint, and the color is soft and bright. Green beryls such as light green, light yellow-green, dark green, etc., which are colored by other elements such as Fe2+, cannot be called emerald, but can only be called green beryl. is lighter in color, less saturated, or has a yellow tint, and is not as beautiful as emerald.
Iron-colored green beryl
The best quality emerald is also judged by its color. For example, the famous "Muzo Green" refers specifically to the darker, pure green emerald produced in the Muzo mining area of Colombia. This is also the most authentic kind of green.
Muzo emerald
Colombia is recognized as the best emerald origin in the world, so many top emeralds are proud to be born in "Colombia", but in fact, Colombia also has 3 mining areas. In addition to the Muzo emeralds mentioned before, there are also There is Chivor, which produces faint blue-green emeralds with a lighter tone. It is also the oldest emerald mine. Although the tone is lighter, the clarity is higher.
Chivor Emerald
Left: Chivor Emerald, Right: Muzo Emerald
The last one is Koskets, which produces weak yellow-green emeralds. Its emeralds are brighter and translucent, but have smaller cracks. many.
Koskets Emerald
Generally speaking, compared to other green gemstones, emeralds have a richer and calmer tone, and compared to rubies, emeralds are more likely to have large carat sizes. Therefore, is deeply loved by jewelry collectors and has become one of the precious gems that has been loved for thousands of years from the royal family to Icon. It is the undisputed "head" of the beryl family.
A gold ball cross inlaid with 36 Muzo emeralds is said to be worth US$500 million.
The "upstart" gemstone - Aquamarine
Aquamarine, which has become the "traffic" in the jewelry circle in recent years, is also a member of the beryl family. This light blue, green-blue to blue-green beryl is called aquamarine. Because of the clarity and large size of aquamarine, jewelry designers were delighted when they saw it, inspiring countless creative inspirations, and began to enter the hearts of jewelry collectors.
Tiffany Aquamarine and Diamond Bracelet
Gucci The latest high-end jewelry series - Garden of Joy has a gorgeous bracelet, is an oval-cut aquamarine as the main stone, surrounded by yellow beryl, fire Europe porcelain , pink spinels and diamonds.
Gucci Garden of Joy high jewelry series bracelet
Chopard This year’s Red Carpet high jewelry series also brings new works of aquamarine. A white gold ring set with a 57-carat aquamarine is particularly clear and moving against the backdrop of bright diamonds. .
Chopard Red Carpet High Jewelry Series Aquamarine Ring
Llgiz Fazulzyanov’s latest Portafortuna series, which means “amulet” in Italian, also features aquamarine. This series combines the meaning of gemstones with animal totems from various cultures to create Duble's "talismans" with protective effects. Among them, the Happy Awakening earrings are inspired by the elephant, the Indian guardian symbol, and are inlaid with 21.72 carats of aquamarine that can "protect peace". It must have a proper "protective" effect.
Llgiz Fazulzyanov Happy Awakening earrings aquamarine, diamond, ruby, sapphire
Yes, the high-end jewelry circle has praised aquamarine as a "traffic idol", and its current value in the collection circle is also quite bullish, starting a few years ago , aquamarine jewelry has begun to increase at a rate of 4 or 5 times its high valuation, which shows how popular it is now in the jewelry circle.
Tiffany Aquamarine Mosaic and Leaf Bracelet Circa 1960 Christie's New York Auction Estimate: $40,000-60,000 Sold for $250,000
Cartier Aquamarine Necklace Circa 1940 December 2019 Bonhams London Auction Estimate: 100,000-150,00 Transaction price: £0 £459,062
Aquamarine from Brazil Santa Maria de Itabira mine is the most famous high-quality aquamarine. It is famous for its bright and clear extreme blue without brown (yellow) tint, also known as Santa Maria. Leah aquamarine. In addition, Mozambique and Madagascar also produce high-quality aquamarine.
The charm of the gemstone circle is "little pink" - Morganite
Morganite (Morganite), which is famous for its soft and romantic color, is also a member of the beryl family. It debuted for a relatively short time and was only adopted by Tiffany in 1910. Gemologists discovered it and packaged it for sale. morganite, like other members of the beryl family, has all the potential to become a high-quality gemstone, with high clarity and easy to produce large particles.
Tiffany Morganite, diamond necklace
Morganite is very rich in pink, including orange pink, peach pink, salmon, light pink, hot pink, pink, purple pink...almost all pink colors are available.
Morganite
The delicate color variations of this gemstone mean that it pairs well with other gemstones across the color spectrum, so it is often found in fine jewelry.Whether it is a protagonist or a supporting role, it can respond to the theme and show different charms.
Cartier Magnitude collection Aphélie necklace hair crystal, diamond, morganite, coral, onyx, diamond
Pasquale Bruni necklace morganite, diamond
And the soft and lively pink tone of morganite is very suitable for young people, and it often shines in Fine Jewelry. . For example, Boucheron 's animal series has used morganite to design the hummingbird ring and giraffe ring. The gentle morganite matches their aura very well.
Boucheron Morganite Ring
Boucheron Morganite Ring
Some independent jewelry designers also like it very much, such as Kiki McDonough, whom Princess Kate loves. This British jewelry designer prefers various colors with high cost performance. Gemstones, among which morganite in various pink tones are her favorite. She likes to use simple geometric shapes to highlight the characteristics of morganite - clear and soft, and can easily set off the wearer with a minimalist outline. of elegance and gentleness.
Princess Kate wears Kiki McDonough morganite earrings
Princess Kate wears Kiki McDonough morganite earrings
Jewelry designer Shaun Leane, who often collaborates with Alexander McQueen, is known for his futuristic and avant-garde designs. His Aurora series of rings is inlaid with The 3.70-carat pear-shaped cut morganite, the 1.53-carat oval-cut morganite and the 1.23-carat round-cut tourmaline allow morganite and pink tourmaline in different shapes and colors to be reorganized into a unique "modern romance".
Shaun Leane's Aurora Ring
Brazilian jewelry designer Ara Vartanian, a "fellow" morganite with bold gemstone choices and geometric shapes as his personal style, his designs are as vibrant and colorful as Rio de Janeiro, choosing multi-color morganite Paired with black and white diamonds, this romantic pink adds passion and modernity.
Ara Vartanian Morganite and Black and White Diamond Earrings
Niche Favorite - Golden Beryl
Yellow beryl is also called golden beryl (Heliodor), the word comes from Greek Helios and Doron, meaning from the sun one's gift. Because it is the brightest of all beryls, and its bright yellow color always reminds people of the bright sunshine, it is also called the " sun stone ".
Zimbabwe Chrysoberyl
Chrysoberyl was discovered in the west of Namibia in 1910. The chrysoberyl there is still of the best quality. Golden beryl from Brazil is usually pale yellow in color and can be stepped cut to enhance the stone's hue. Madagascar's chrysoberyl is more delicate and brighter in color.
Paul Binder Golden Beryl Necklace
The colors of golden beryl are mainly green, orange, yellow-brown, tawny, golden, and light lemon yellow. Because of its bright golden color, it is deeply loved by jewelry designers, and because of its rarity. , It is also popular with collectors, and it sometimes also appears in the rarer "cat's eye" golden beryl.
The cat-eye effect of golden beryl
Chanel Golden beryl has been used extensively in the L'Esprit du Lion high-end jewelry series. Maybe the designer thinks that the spirit of the lion is a perfect match for the brilliance of the sun.
Chanel L'Esprit du Lion high-end jewelry series
Chanel L'Esprit du Lion high-end jewelry series
Chanel L'Esprit du Lion high-end jewelry series
Boucheron also uses golden beryl as the main stone in the Paris Vu de 26 high-end jewelry series. , paired with onyx and diamonds, showing a tough geometric style.
Boucheron Paris Vu de 26 High Jewelry Collection
Boucheron Paris Vu de 26 High Jewelry Collection
Boucheron Paris Vu de 26 High Jewelry Collection
Boucheron Paris Vu de 26 High Jewelry Collection
Boucheron Paris Vu de 26 high-end jewelry series
the rarest “hidden boss”— —Red Beryl
In addition to the "familiar faces" introduced earlier, the beryl family also has a relatively rare "hidden boss" - red beryl. The appearance of red beryl is comparable to that of ruby, but because it is so rare, it is one of the top 10 rarest gemstones on earth, so it is not common in the jewelry circle. You can only see it at auctions every few years. figure.
Red Beryl
Another name for red beryl is Bixbite, in honor of its discoverer, geologist Maynard Bixby, who discovered red beryl in Thomas, Utah, USA in 1896, but it was not discovered until 1912. It was truly scientifically identified by German scientist Alfred Eppler and named "Bixbite" in honor of its discoverer.
Caratell Firework Series Ring Red Beryl, Green Garnet, Diamond
Today, red beryl can only be found in mines in Utah and New Mexico. Moreover, the number of red beryls with jewelry quality is very rare. Most red beryls have not even entered the jewelry market and have directly become gem collections. Because a 2 carat red beryl is as rare as a 40 carat diamond in the collector's market, it is said that only one red beryl can be found for every 150,000 diamonds mined.
Caratell Firework Series Earrings Red beryl, green garnet, diamond
Why is it so rare? Because the formation of these red crystals requires specific geochemical conditions: first, a large amount of beryllium; second, the presence of manganese in exactly the same place; and third, natural conditions that allow beryl crystals to form. It turns out this is a very complex combination that would be difficult for nature to replicate.
Caratell Sun Ray Fine Jewelry Collection 0.41 Carat Red Beryl and Diamond Earrings
Niche jewelry brand Caratell, known for its custom designs of rare gemstones, has spent a lot of time collecting red beryl. , a Singapore jewelry brand founded in 2004, has always focused on rare gems. Every year, the team goes to various mines to find untreated precious gems, and then provides customized services based on customers and gems. Of course, it will also give customers investment advice on gemstones.
Caratell Sun Ray Series 1.17 carat red beryl, diamond ring
Caratell Sun Ray Series 1.01 carat red beryl, diamond ring
Brand founder Michael Koh spent 5 years collecting red beryl. He said: "Most red beryl The weight is less than half a carat, so a 2-3 carat stone would be considered very large and once it goes above 2 carats, the price increases exponentially and the price can be really high for this amazing stone. The biggest shortcoming. "
Caratell Victoria Series 0.66 carat red beryl and diamond ring
Caratell 2.20 carat red beryl and diamond ring
Is the beryl family worthy of its name as a "famous family" in the jewelry circle? Every contestant who comes out has attracted much attention. Jimei lovers who love jewelry, which contestant are you most optimistic about?
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