{"id":28866,"date":"2024-12-03T15:07:02","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T09:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/?p=28866"},"modified":"2024-12-09T17:08:03","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T11:38:03","slug":"cuprian-co-illuminate-green-paraiba-in-debut-collab-with-18-artists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gjepc.org\/solitaire\/cuprian-co-illuminate-green-paraiba-in-debut-collab-with-18-artists\/","title":{"rendered":"Cuprian & Co. Illuminate Green Para\u00edba In Debut Collab with 18 Artists"},"content":{"rendered":"

With Para\u00edba tourmaline emerging as the next <\/span>It\u00a0<\/span><\/b> gem in the luxury jewellery world, sustainable miner Cuprian & Co. is all set to make its mark through a design collaboration this week in New York.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A collective of 18 designers \u2014 Alice Ciccolini, Daniela Villegas, Dorian Webb, Dyne, Harlin Jones, Harwell Godfrey, HOWL, Jade Ruzzo, Loren Nicole, Lorraine West, Lucy Leenet, Mason and Books, Retrouvai, Shola Branson, Stephen Webster, Vanessa Ferna\u0301ndez and Zahn-Z \u2014 have joined the mine\u2019s initiative by unleashing their creativity to celebrate the unique characteristics of the green gem and spread awareness about the stone.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Greenwich St. Jewelers, helmed by Christina and Jennifer Gandia, is the retailer partner for the launch. The jewellery starts at a retail price of $5,000 and goes up to $100,000.<\/div>\n
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Loren Nicole x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

All 44 pieces in this collection will include a certificate from the American Gemological Laboratories (AGL). \u201cIt seems only natural that as awareness of this gem variety grows, that the colours which are appreciated will also expand. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that this is extending into the green range of colours. Green is the hue which has been shown to be the softest on the eyes and broadest in the visible spectrum. The green range and nuances of colour offered by the Paraiba-type tourmalines of Mozambique fits beautifully into this aesthetic. It is a pleasure and an honour for AGL to support and be closely involved in growing the awareness and appreciation of this outstanding gem material,\u201d says Chris Smith, president of AGL.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

According to Steven Hennigan, the mine\u2019s Director of Business Development, the gemstone was first discovered in Brazil in 1989 and later in Mozambique. Para\u00edba sports a rich colour spectrum. The mine-to-market operation produces copper-bearing Rubellite and Para\u00edba tourmaline. Gabriella Harvey\u2019s experience working in designer collaborations proved key to curating the roster of talents. \u201cCuprian & Co. started noticing a rise in demand for the green Para\u00edba about a year ago, and in early 2024 we concepted the program to create awareness of the gemstone.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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Stephen Webster x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Designers were asked to stay true to their brand DNA and to either design from their signature-core collection or create\u00a0 something totally new, but in keeping with their brand aesthetic, Gabriella elaborates on the design brief. Wanting to showcase the full colour palette \u201cknowing that with 18 designers, we would get a beautiful collection representative of the green Para\u00edba,\u201d the mine\u2019s team sorted more than 200 cut and polished gems.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cGabriella invited me to be part of the project. She\u2019s been really supportive since I met her and extremely generous with her time and knowledge, so it was a pleasure to be part of what she\u2019s putting together,\u201d says British Nigerian designer Shola Branson. His cartouche-shaped pendant is made in 18-karat Single Mine Origin gold and accented with Botswanamark diamonds. \u201cThe central Para\u00edba cabochon sits in a ring of white diamonds (of mixed sizes), which are set into a blackened gold recess. The outer ring of the pendant is in my signature brushed gold texture. The scale of the piece feels very robust and bold,\u201d adds Shola.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Harlin Jones x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Steven Hennigan is excited about some of the gems that have landed in the jewels. Lucy Leenet chose a rare, 10.69-carat faceted pear-shape Para\u00edba tourmaline, while Tini Courtney of HOWL selected a deep spearmint and shamrock colour palette that contrasted perfectly with the 22-karat yellow gold setting, he remarks. \u201cBy choosing gemstones with the vivid Para\u00edba glow, designers Daniela Villegas and Loren Nicole created pieces so striking they effortlessly draw attention, even from across the room,\u201d says Steven. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Emerging talent Hiba Husayani sought to stay true to her brand ZAHN-Z\u2019s signature designs and veered towards three different colours of the gem. \u201cFor the two 0.61-carat cushions, despite their smaller size, the intense Wintergreen colour truly stands out. One cushion was set in the signature petite Zaha, while the other was incorporated into a double Zaha pendant alongside an oval Kelly colour Para\u00edba, beautifully contrasting the rich tones of Kelly and Wintergreen,\u201d she adds. \u201cThe unique offerings and vibrant colours of these stones truly captivated me. Additionally, Cuprian & Co.\u2019s commitment to sustainability and their profound respect for the environment resonate deeply with ZAHN-Z\u2019s values. This alignment makes our partnership even more meaningful,\u201d says Hiba.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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ZAHN-Z x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For Rachel Quinn, working with Para\u00edba tourmalines from Cuprian & Co was a way to showcase their specular gemstones. \u201cThese stones not only uplift the communities where they are sourced but also elevate the pieces that I created with them,\u201d says the designer, who paired them with coloured stones that complemented the rich hue of the Para\u00edba. Her 18-karat gold offerings include the cord necklace, Exclamation Point ring and Cube pendant necklace.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Lauren Harwell of Harwell Godfrey wanted to do something that lived up to these beautiful stones. \u201cI decided to use them in a Queen Bee with a companion necklace. The regal quality of this bee, the first one I\u2019ve ever made with a crown, felt like the right way to highlight these special stones,\u201d she adds.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Retrouvai x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Para\u00edbas, Tini shares, are her favourite stones in the game. \u201cIt is my engagement ring stone and something I cherish deeply, and I am constantly inspired by its dynamic nature. The colour is ever-changing depending on its surrounding temperatures and water exposure,\u201d says the founder of fine jewellery brand HOWL (Handle Only With Love). \u201cI was extremely excited when I was approached about this collaboration considering my fascination with Para\u00edbas, so there was no hesitation nor lack of inspiration for me to create from a place of pure creativity.\u201d Tini has designed a trio of rings in 18-karat yellow gold for the collaboration.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Jade Ruzzo has always been attracted to Para\u00edba stones. The glowing colour of the stone fits so well into her brand palette and looks gorgeous against 18-karat yellow gold. Jade\u2019s designs include a choker, pendant necklace, and ring, while Sarah Ysabel Narici of Dyne has designed a ring called Cuprite in 18-karat white gold and an inlay of blue chalcedony and blue sapphires.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Loren Nicole, Mason & Books, Rachel Quinn x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Paraiba Tourmalines are for those who know, observes Kirsty Stone. \u201cI was delighted to have the opportunity to create a few one-of-a-kind pieces featuring Cuprian & Co. stones. The glow of a Paraiba is so distinct, and Cuprian & Co had the perfect offering for us to work with,\u201d explains the founder and designer of popular jewellery brand Retrouva\u00ed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Elsewhere, the captivating green Para\u00edba tourmaline drew in Jamie Books with its extraordinary neon glow and rarity. \u201cFor me, green has a timeless elegance \u2014 a colour that feels both neutral and vintage, yet vibrant and alive. The way this stunning stone embodies my favourite shade, radiating an energy that is both refreshing and unique, makes it a true treasure. It\u2019s not just a gem; it\u2019s a celebration of nature\u2019s artistry, and the rarity of Para\u00edba tourmaline elevates it to something truly special.\u201d The founder of Mason & Books has made two rings, a pair of drops and a pendant for the collaboration that feature diamond accents and an inlay of mother-of-pearl, pink opal and turquoise.<\/span><\/p>\n

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(c) Jade Ruzzo x Cuprian & Co.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Lorraine West has dreamed up two rings in 18-karat yellow gold set with Para\u00edba. \u201cIt makes them not only beautiful but also meaningful, especially when sourced responsibly. Collaborating with a company that values sustainability and ethics creates a positive impact in the industry,\u201d she adds.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The colour of Cuprian & Co. tourmalines is what makes them so alluring, remarks Dorian Webb, who envisioned her pieces in platinum. \u201cIt was important for me to match the purity of the metal used to the unmistakable, transcendent quality of the Para\u00edba themselves.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With Para\u00edba tourmaline emerging as the next It\u00a0 gem in the luxury jewellery world, sustainable miner Cuprian & Co. is all set to make its mark through a design collaboration this week in New York.\u00a0\u00a0 A collective of 18 designers \u2014 Alice Ciccolini, Daniela Villegas, Dorian Webb, Dyne, Harlin Jones, Harwell Godfrey, HOWL, Jade Ruzzo,…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":28867,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[99,104],"tags":[],"thb-sponsors":[],"class_list":["post-28866","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-design","category-features"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nCuprian & Co. 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