What is “high Jewelry”?

High jewelry is one of a kind. It is designed by the finest craftsmen with the highest quality gems and precious metals. It can be vintage or unique pieces designed today by artists or jewelry designers.

High jewelry is an investment. Pieces can be worth millions of dollars. Companies such as Christian Dior, DeBeers, Bulgari and Piaget are among jewelers that have high jewelry pieces in their collections.

Because demand has increased for this jewelry, Dior has increased the number of pieces in their jewelry offerings and De Beers is hoping to reach a younger new customer with rough, unpolished and colorful diamonds. Who wears high jewelry? Primarily royalty, wealthy individuals and celebrities wear these unique pieces. Most women do not attend functions where this jewelry would be appropriate.

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