Show us your high jewelry!

[MRBXXXFVVS1]

I'm fascinated by the beauty and design of high jewelry. I especially love intricate settings and art forward designs with lots of different stones - both diamonds and gemstones. Would love to see the high jewelry that PSers have!

 

[RunningwithScissors]

This may be a dumb question, but what is considered high jewelry? Does the term mean modern/abstract, or super expensive (like the Harry Winston ads one sees in upscale magazines?) Or a combo of both?

 

[Cerulean]

I heard "high jewelry" referred to on the Bling Empire show and it was the first time I had heard the term used. A lady on the show was referring to a necklace from this collection: https://us.louisvuitton.com/eng-us/magazine/articles/high-jewelry-savoir-faire

 

[MRBXXXFVVS1]

This may be a dumb question, but what is considered high jewelry? Does the term mean modern/abstract, or super expensive (like the Harry Winston ads one sees in upscale magazines?) Or a combo of both?

This is the best definition I've found of high jewelry:

What Exactly Is High Jewelry?

And how does it differ from any other fine jewelry? Expert Hedda Schupak explains.

www.worthy.com

I tend to identify it as something super fabulous and unique. To me, it doesn't have to be a brand name, but it is often expensive given the stones, design, and workmanship.

 

[Diamond Girl 21]

I wish I could share some, but sadly I cannot. My most expensive jewelry is High Jewelry to me, but I'm sure it wouldn't be to anyone else. I can't wait to see some pics though.

 

[RunningwithScissors]

This is the best definition I've found of high jewelry:

What Exactly Is High Jewelry?

And how does it differ from any other fine jewelry? Expert Hedda Schupak explains.

www.worthy.com

I tend to identify it as something super fabulous and unique. To me, it doesn't have to be a brand name, but it is often expensive given the stones, design, and workmanship.

Gotcha.

I don't think I own any.

But I can't wait to see what other people post. Remember that PSer who owned the 2.5-ish ct blue diamond ring? She had amazing high jewelry!

 

[AntiqueSparkle]

Perhaps those who own high jewelry aren’t spending time on this site... they’re too busy being draped in and dazzled by their immense collection of high jewelry...

 

[RunningwithScissors]

I follow a guy on Instagram who has amazing high jewelry. Check out "efrenstyle". But, (warning) he lives an alternative lifestyle, (his page contains nudity and crossdressing) so if that type of thing offends you, don't visit his page.

 

[KristinTech]

This is what I thinking when I hear “high jewelry.” Utterly fantastical!

Classic High Jewelry - Van Cleef & Arpels

Since its founding in 1906, Van Cleef & Arpels has created timeless, feminine pieces that enhance the natural beauty of stones and the brilliance of metals. Classic High Jewelry is composed of various historic collections, such as Snowflake, Palmyre, À Cheval and Olympia.

www.vancleefarpels.com

 

[diamondseeker2006]

I own none! But it would be the highest end jewels that VCA, HW, Graff, Cartier, and other top luxury jewelers produce.

 

[Dancing Fire]

Gotcha.

I don't think I own any.

But I can't wait to see what other people post. Remember that PSer who owned the 2.5-ish ct blue diamond ring? She had amazing high jewelry!

Yes, still waiting to see the GIA color report... It isn't everyday we PSers get see a intense blue IF diamond ring worth over $2 million.

 

[Dmndsr4evr11]

Yes, still waiting to see the GIA color report... It isn't everyday we PSers get see a intense blue IF diamond ring worth over $2 million.

 

[MRBXXXFVVS1]

The VCA high jewelry is gorgeous! Are there non-branded jewelers that create this type/style of jewelry, perhaps with less expensive stones?

 

[jaysonsmom]

I remember a PSer who wanted to sell his Grandma's amazing chandelier earrings, and they were so high end and multiple carats, someone suggested getting an appraisal and selling it through Christies or Sothebys....

 

[Mreader]

Yes, still waiting to see the GIA color report... It isn't everyday we PSers get see a intense blue IF diamond ring worth over $2 million.

Gah where was that?!

 

[Polabowla]

Gah where was that?!

Was that @TravelKat ?

 

[Roselina]

Nope, but I sure like to look at it.

 

[Mreader]

Was that @TravelKat ?

Whoa yes thanks for sharing!! Gosh what an incredible collection.

 

[Roselina]

Whoa yes thanks for sharing!! Gosh what an incredible collection.

Holy Moly! This is indeed what I‘d call high jewellery- maybe even very high...

 

[Bron357]

Well, I think my Almond Blossom Opal ring qualifies, its a one off from an Italian designer and so lovely that multiple dubious ebay vendors sell “it” for around $10 a pop.

 

[MRBXXXFVVS1]

@Bron357 Beautiful! Love the flashes of color in the opal and the intricacies of the setting!

 

[strawrose]

I guess @missy ’s opal Cartier ring counts?

 

[missy]

I guess @missy ’s opal Cartier ring counts?

Thanks @strawrose



Here’s a video and a few more pics.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BpueIM7nSQV/?igshid=2df4slxtnx36

 

[MRBXXXFVVS1]

@missy Gorgeous!!! Your opal ring is one of my all time PS favorites!!

 

[Bron357]

@missy Your ring is better than “high jewellery” it’s museum quality.
Apart from its maker, Cartier, that Australian Black Opal is simply superb.
Opals are judged by the amount of Red shown (red is the rarest colour because it requires the largest size silica sphere to form undisturbed) and the amount of visible colourplay. Your opal is essentially 100% colourplay and that is rare. Combined with substantial red and eye pleasing pattern, it’s a true wonder and miracle of nature.

 

[missy]

@missy Gorgeous!!! Your opal ring is one of my all time PS favorites!!

Thank you!

@missy Your ring is better than “high jewellery” it’s museum quality.
Apart from its maker, Cartier, that Australian Black Opal is simply superb.
Opals are judged by the amount of Red shown (red is the rarest colour because it requires the largest size silica sphere to form undisturbed) and the amount of visible colourplay. Your opal is essentially 100% colourplay and that is rare. Combined with substantial red and eye pleasing pattern, it’s a true wonder and miracle of nature.

Thanks so much @Bron357 that means a lot coming from you.

 

[icy_jade]

Some older articles I remember reading and ogling at the pieces:

Chanel:

https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/style/chanel-high-jewellery-1-5-camellia-collection-singapore-11287210

Various brands:

Luxury of your wildest dreams: The very best of high jewellery in 2019

From Shakespeare to the desert and medieval figures, the inspirations guiding this year’s high jewellery launches are vast and exciting.

cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com

I’ll love to have a Cindy Chao! Alas, beer budget but champagne taste...

 

[TravelKat]

Yes, still waiting to see the GIA color report... It isn't everyday we PSers get see a intense blue IF diamond ring worth over $2 million.

I did remember the ask for it but by the time I got everything back in it’s place once the remodel was done I just didn’t feel safe sharing anything anymore. I know a lot of people share certs, and I know this is probably dumb, I just really hadn’t thought about the valuation of that stone and the others in my collection until things went properly crazy in March. With the pandemic all the non-stop travel stopped and I had a lot more time to enjoy the forum so I was tempted to share it, or at least share why I hadn’t, a few times over the months. But, I actually thought there is so much else going on, probably no one cares. Lol. And, tbh, I thought admitting how scary things felt in the forum might seem weird. But I have to just own the fact that the world just seems on edge and I’m feeling less safe then I used to.

 

[LLJsmom]

@missy Your ring is better than “high jewellery” it’s museum quality.
Apart from its maker, Cartier, that Australian Black Opal is simply superb.
Opals are judged by the amount of Red shown (red is the rarest colour because it requires the largest size silica sphere to form undisturbed) and the amount of visible colourplay. Your opal is essentially 100% colourplay and that is rare. Combined with substantial red and eye pleasing pattern, it’s a true wonder and miracle of nature.

Wow. You’re so knowledgeable @Bron357

 

[TravelKat]

Thanks @strawrose



Here’s a video and a few more pics.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BpueIM7nSQV/?igshid=2df4slxtnx36

This is just a stunner!!