RAPAPORT… A step-cut, 16.90-carat, D-color, internally flawless diamond ring with a pre-sale estimate of $1.6 million to $2.2 million will lead Bonhams’ fine jewelry sale in New York on September 19. The type-IIa diamond, set with round, brilliant-cut diamond shoulders, “embodies rarity according to every criterion by which a diamond is measured: color, cut, clarity and … Read More →
An expansive array of diamonds and coloured gemstones tops Christie’s Magnificent Jewels sale scheduled for May 31 in Hong Kong. Leading the lots is “The Aurora Green” diamond ring adorned with a 5.03-carat rectangular-cut fancy vivid green diamond centre stone surrounded by circular-cut pink diamonds. According to Christie’s, this is the largest natural fancy vivid … Read More →
In an era defined by digital technology, the ancient craft of glass-blowing may seem a little old fashioned, but for Lasvit founder and president Leon Jakimic, the tradition has never been more important. In the past decade the Czech glass manufacturer has forged a reputation for innovative lighting and show-stopping architectural and art installations created … Read More →