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Precious gem, Top ten largest diamonds

Top ten largest diamonds
Throughout human history diamonds were the objects of universal admiration and attracted the special attention of notable people. As a status symbol, they decorated royal crowns, or simply sparkled on the ladies’ elegant fingers to the delight of others. Some diamonds are known for rich history, some for their fabulous price, while others have become famous throughout the world for their impressive dimensions. So, the list of largest diamonds includes Millennium Star, Red Cross, De Beers, Jubilee, Centenary, Spirit of de Grisogono, Cullinan II, Incomparable, Great Star of Africa, and the largest – Golden Jubilee.
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Sakura. Gold, silver, garnet, jade green, clear quartz, chalcedony, patinated. Anna Nova Jewelry house

Anna Nova Jewelry house
Founded in 2004 by Anna and Oleg Barinov, the main focus of the St. Petersburg based company was the creation of «Objets de fanasie». In other words, exquisite miniatures of stone and precious metals. Noteworthy, the history of these precious “trinkets” has a long tradition, beginning with Carl Faberge. Anna Nova aims to continue and develop this kind of jewelry traditions of creativity at the highest level.
Today, «Anna Nova» – one of the leading Russian stone cutting companies. In the story of the company – participation in international, national and St. Petersburg exhibitions. Since 2005 «Anna Nova» – member of the Union of jewelers of Northwestern Federal District. Bright events in the cultural life of the jewelry company always attract specialists, experts and fans of interior miniatures.
Jewelry collections include: miniature compositions of flowers and fruits, animals, stone-cutting and jewellery plastic on fabulous and modern themes. These are, above all, decorative objects, designed for interior decoration, but at the same time they can carry functional role – serve boxes, stamps, writing utensils. Often the true purpose of the object is detected at once – it’s a hidden “secret” that brings things like element of the game, and a special attraction.
All works of «Anna Nova» made are exclusive, made a single copy with the application of a certificate that guarantees the uniqueness and authenticity of the work of precious materials.
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Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis. Rendezvous with Princess Gloria

Rendezvous with Princess Gloria
Princess, more precisely, Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis (born 23 February 1960) belongs to the highest aristocracy of Germany. Today she not often spoils the audience with her appearance in public, in contrast to the turbulent years of her youth, when the representative of the princely family was called punk princess. In an interview to the TV channel “Russia 24” (Rendezvous with Princess Gloria. Special Report by Russian journalist Denis Arapov) she told about what metamorphosis happened to the European aristocracy, and what will happen to it in the near future. They met in New York. Princess Gloria was painting his portrait and Denis Arapov was interviewing her.
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Dolce and Gabbana famous fashion show remembered for stunning jewellery. Fabulous look, wearing crown and jewellery Polish Model Zuzanna Bijoch

Polish Model Zuzanna Bijoch
Born June 20, 1994, in Katowice, Poland, Zuzanna Bijoch won the competition “Bravo, Girl!” in 2007. Meanwhile, the green-eyed brunette Zuzanna Bijoch made her debut in 2011, when Miuccia Prada had chosen her to face their latest campaign. And after that, Zuzanna signed an exclusive contract. Noteworthy, in the world ranking Models she took 19th place among the Top 50 models. She looks especially beautiful in ads of such jewellery brands as Yes jewellery, Manuel Gomes da Costa Watches & Jewelry, and more.
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Photographed by Annie Leibovitz Amy Adams and Tim Burton for Vogue US, December 2014

Amy Adams and Tim Burton for Vogue
American actress and singer Amy Adams and Hollywood director Tim Burton appeared in a photo shoot by Annie Leibovitz for Vogue US, December 2014. The photoshoot featured the teamwork of the actress and her director in the film “Big Eyes”. So, Amy Adams appears in a reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen’s “The Red Shoes”, with Tim Burton.
In a photo set “Wings of Desire” she is wearing Alexander McQueen ivory ostrich-feather dress. The magic shoes bring the dancing girl to a cliff, where she is transforming into a bird.
According to Leibovitz, she looked at Barbara Bazilian’s 1997 retelling of Andersen’s fairy tale. Hair stylist – Julien d’Ys, Makeup artist Aaron de Mey, and Set Design by Stefan Beckman, Vogue, December 2014.
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White gold ‘Moretto Albero della Vita’ brooch set with diamonds. 1970s. The Tree of Life, originally created in 1947 by Giulio Nardi for his wife Giuseppina. Nardi Jewelry Kaleidoscope

Nardi Jewelry Kaleidoscope
Italian artist jeweler Giulio Nardi was an expert in precious stones. Born in Florence, he moved to Venice in 1920, where he opened his first shop of decorations on the famous Piazza San Marco. Love for this city allowed Giulio Nardi to bring very special, unique spirit of Venice into his jewelry.
Nardi is a traditional family business that specializes in making unique jewelry around since 1920. Today, the jewelry house is recognized as one of the most elegant fashion houses in the world. Venetian brand Nardi gained international fame in the post-war period, when the Dolce Vita was at its peak. Giulio Nardi accessories were in high demand among VIPs, celebrities, corporate leaders and members of royal families. In particular, Princess Paola of Liege, Liz Taylor, Grace Kelly, Ernest Hemingway, Arthur Rubinstein, Marilyn Monroe, Barbara Hutton, Joe di Maggio and Elton John.
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“Snowflakes are falling” earrings. Swarovski crystals, rhodium-plated and inlaid zircon. Winter jewelry by Natalia Polezhaeva

Winter jewelry by Natalia Polezhaeva

Russian self-taught jeweler Natalia Polezhaeva has been creating exclusive jewelry for many years. Most of all, she likes the art of beading, embroidery on leather, as well as working with wire and plastic. Also, she likes to use natural stones in her work and combine various techniques and materials.
Noteworthy, creating jewelry is her hobby, love, work, and a big part of her life. Natalia likes to be creative, and constantly learns new techniques and methods. According to Polezhaeva, to implement new ideas and projects is her biggest passion, and she puts her soul into every piece of jewelry.
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