I’m not entirely sure what makes this the “rarest” Art Deco opal and diamond ring instead of just a “rare” Art Deco opal and diamond ring, but it’s so pretty I don’t care. (The superlative comes straight from the TMW Jewels listing.)
This ring is for sale at TMW Jewels, listing available via 1stdibs. Thanks to TMW Jewels and 1stdibs for the images and info.
Irene Neuwirth.
I have a thing for old jewelry, if you couldn’t tell. I think it often has more character than contemporary jewelry. I also love the idea of loving a piece that some other woman has loved before me. Elizabeth Taylor once said “The important thing to know about jewelry is that you never really own it; you’re simply a custodian of beautiful things.” I think it’s amazing to look at at ring on my finger and know it had a part in someone else’s life too.
That said, there’s a lot of beautiful contemporary jewelry and I don’t want to neglect it.
Irene Neuwirth is one of my favorite contemporary jewelry designers. It doesn’t hurt that Irene founded the company herself with partner Tracy Stoll (I love female-owned businesses – holler) but really what is remarkable is how exceptional the jewelry is. Celebrities love her pieces but, more importantly, so do I.
Irene’s pieces often have an organic, slightly bohemian feel. Her bio sites the ocean as her primary inspiration, and I can definitely see it in her work. She’s fond of large, gorgeous pieces of stone and striking colors. Enough talk. Let’s see some pretties.
Opal, diamond, and emerald bead bracelet by Cartier.
This bracelet speaks for itself – which is good, because the website where I found it provides a spectacular picture but not much information. Stunning central opal, diamond accents, emerald beads. I think a picture is all we need, though:
Thanks to CIJ Jewellery Magazine for the gorgeous image of this opal, diamond, and emerald bead bracelet by Cartier. I’ll be quiet so we can all stare at it in peace.