Extremely High Priced Diamonds

Friday, December 12, 2008

Extremely High Priced Diamonds

Sotheby's set a new record with the sale of a 35.6 carat fancy deep grayish blue, VS2 diamond for $24.3 million. The Wittelsbach diamond has a storied history dating back to the 17th Century when it was given to a 15-year old princess on the occasion of her wedding. It eventually became the family diamond of the House of Bavaria, the Wittelsbachs, from which it retained its name.

The diamond is now owned by billionaire Laurence Graff.

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About Sophia Zail

Sophia Zail is a master goldsmith and custom jewelry designer. She makes high-end jewelry through her company, Sozai. Sophia has a passion for creating jewelry that accentuates the beauty and form of gemstones and precious metals. Her pieces emphasize color and detail, and are distinctive, delicate and fine.

"When I design," Sophia says, "I always remember that jewelry must connect with its wearer on both an emotional and physical basis. To achieve this, the jewelry must be exquisite, unique and perfect down to the tiniest detail. If the owner is proud to wear my designs, and the pieces at once make them feel better about themselves while letting them stand out in a crowd, then I have done my job. My pieces are custom designed, often in a collaborative effort with the buyer."

Sophia has learnt her craft through master Japanese jeweler, Chie Teratani.

Friday, December 12, 2008

Extremely High Priced Diamonds

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