Tiffany & Co. announced its acquisition of an extraordinary over 7,500-carat kunzite, marking a significant milestone in Tiffany & Co.\u2019s rich heritage of exceptional gemstones\u2014one that began in 1877 with Charles Lewis Tiffany\u2019s acquisition of the iconic Tiffany Diamond.<\/p>\n
The rough kunzite will be transformed into 10 custom-cut gemstones by Tiffany & Co.\u2019s master cutters, each to be showcased in an exclusive capsule collection of \u2018Bird on a Rock\u2019 brooches. These one-of-a-kind custom-cut creations will celebrate the 60th anniversary of Jean Schlumberger\u2019s iconic bird motif that Tiffany & Co. introduced in 1965.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis kunzite of over 7,500 carats marks a significant moment in Tiffany\u2019s legacy of exceptional gemstones. Named in honour of Tiffany\u2019s first Chief Gemmologist in 1902, this crystal\u2019s exceptional size, clarity and colour are rare testaments to Mother Nature\u2019s artistry,\u201d said Victoria Wirth Reynolds, Chief Gemmologist and Vice President of High Jewelry Diamond and Gemstone Acquisition at Tiffany & Co. \u201cWe are honoured to share this incredible gemstone with the world; by cutting 10 unique stones from the rough, it will be the perfect celebration to honour the 60th anniversary of the iconic Bird on a Rock.\u201d<\/p>\n
Discovered in Mozambique over 25 years ago, the 7,500-carat rough kunzite stands out for its exceptional size, clarity, and vivid natural colour\u2014making it an extraordinary rarity. It is completely unenhanced hue is a true testament to nature\u2019s unmatched artistry. This stunning stone represents Tiffany & Co.\u2019s enduring tradition of gemmological exploration and excellence.<\/p>\n
Kunzite, with its rich purple to deep lilac hues, has played an integral role in Tiffany\u2019s legacy of exceptional gemstones. The gemstone was named in honour of Dr. George Frederick Kunz, Tiffany & Co.\u2019s legendary first Chief Gemologist. A self-taught mineralogist and a leading authority on coloured gemstones, Dr. Kunz helped establish Tiffany & Co. as the preeminent source for the rarest and most extraordinary jewels. Alongside morganite, tanzanite and tsavorite, it is one of the House\u2019s \u201clegacy gemstones\u201d that the jeweller introduced to the world throughout the 20th century. Today, Tiffany & Co. continues to hold a prominent place in the world of gemmology, with a distinctive legacy in the industry.<\/p>\n
Designed by Jean Schlumberger in 1965, Bird on a Rock is one of the House\u2019s most iconic jewellery pieces. Inspired by a cockatoo, the brooch reflects Schlumberger’s fascination with nature and movement. It has showcased exceptional coloured gemstones, most notably the Tiffany Diamond in 1995.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Tiffany & Co. announced its acquisition of an extraordinary over 7,500-carat kunzite, marking a significant milestone in Tiffany & Co.\u2019s rich heritage of exceptional gemstones\u2014one that began in 1877 with Charles Lewis Tiffany\u2019s acquisition of the iconic Tiffany Diamond. The rough kunzite will be transformed into 10 custom-cut gemstones by Tiffany & Co.\u2019s master cutters,…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":31667,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[83],"tags":[],"thb-sponsors":[],"class_list":["post-31666","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bulletin"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n