Sapphires are a variation of a corundum, occurring in various colours. As a matter of fact, the designation of “sapphire” is given to all the corundum with gem quality, with the exception of the red – which are called rubies. Color In nature, a sapphire exists in colourless, blue (colour appearance given by the presence …
Craftsmanship of silver Craftsmanship of silver is a decorative art in which the mastery and creative genius of craftsmen has been reaching new levels of excellence in every work they make thought the centuries. Silver works, with their subtle shine, not only contribute to create an exquisite decoration, but also to create a compelling drive …
History Mauboussin, one of the great Jewellery houses of Paris, has its origins in the House Noury, founded in 1827. In 1877, Georges Mauboussin (1862-1940) became an apprentice in the jewellery company of his uncle, Jean-Baptiste Noury, becoming in 1883 the creative director and, in 1903, its sole owner. In 1922, the House changes its …
Who is it? João Coelho de Sampaio, an outstanding figure who created pieces of exceptional quality in the 18th century. It’s impossible to mention the incredible richness of Portuguese silver craft without mentioning this master. João Coelho de Sampaio was born in Ruilhe, Braga, in 1719, and completed his silversmith examination in 1742. In 1768, …
Few precious stones hold such universal fascination as diamonds. Their unique shine has captivated human beings for thousands of years – more precisely, since 400BC, when its extraction began in India. Symbolism Symbolizing power, the eternity quality of love, truth, transparency, purity and immortality, this pure carbon crystal follows the history of humankind. In Ancient …
History David Webb (1925-1975) was an important North-American jeweller. Born in North Carolina, this self-taught master first got into jewellery by working in his uncle’s jewellery craft shop. Webb moved to New York, where his unique creativity was soon noticed. He opened his own jewellery shop in 1945. The ‘golden years’ of his production are …
Few pearls gave origin to such enthusiasm and even obsession like the internationally known “La Peregrina”.It is believed that this pear-shaped pearl is one of the most symmetrical natural pearls ever to be found. It is rich in history, glamour and folklore. History From a path to freedom to an extraordinary Valentine’s day gift, this …
Besides not being completely immune to the volatility that is patent in the market. The antiques sector presents itself still as one of the safest and more profitable, being pursued either by organizations or private individuals. Private Investor In the case of private investors, the search for profitable investments is associated with taste and the …
History Filigree, derived from the latin word filum (meaning “thread”), is a form of art with a long history, which is known since 2.500 BC. Twisted and molded in order to resemble a thread, filigree exquisitely intertwines threads in silver, gold or other metals. The technique was originally used to decorate personal ornaments, including manuscript …
Portuguese jewelry, in contrast with a recent reality that led to the decrease of investment. Is now going through a phase of renewal and growth. The analysis made by AORP (the Portuguese Association of Goldsmith and Watchmaking), based on the data collected within the sector. Points towards a moment of renewal and international projection, and …
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