PIRANESI: A FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RING The rec...

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PIRANESI: A FANCY COLOURED DIAMOND AND DIAMOND RING The rectangular-cut Fancy Deep Yellow diamond, weighing 5.31cts, between fancy-cut diamond shoulders, mounted in 18K gold and platinum, remaining diamonds approximately 0.67ct total, signed Piranesi, ring size J¼ Accompanied by a report from the GIA laboratory in America, stating that the diamond is natural, Fancy Deep Yellow, SI2. Report number 2131131094, dated February 28, 2011. Accompanied with certificate of appraisal, from Piranesi Jewellers in NY, replacement value $77,000.- dated 2011. Established in 1845, Piranesi is a multi-generational Italian brand renowned for its exquisite artistry and luxurious jewellery. Originally founded in Milan and relocating to New York City in 1976, Piranesi has captivated collectors for over a century with its rich heritage and exceptional craftsmanship. The brand masterfully blends the elegance of Italian Renaissance art with oriental influences, creating timeless pieces that feature rare and exotic gemstones, often combined with dazzling diamonds. A defining chapter in Piranesi’s history came in the 1980s, when the brand collaborated with the legendary Elizabeth Taylor. Known for her unparalleled beauty and iconic style, Taylor’s passion for fine jewellery led her to Piranesi, where she sought to create bespoke pieces that reflected her distinctive glamour. This collaboration resulted in a series of creations that embodied the elegance and opulence of Hollywood’s golden age, capturing the essence of Taylor’s personal taste and the sophistication for which she was renowned. Today, Piranesi honours this rich legacy, preserving some of Taylor’s most cherished designs for a select group of esteemed collectors. The brand continues to stand as a beacon of luxury, inviting you to explore creations that celebrate life’s most precious moments. Through its dedication to craftsmanship and the enduring inspiration of icons like Taylor, Piranesi transcends time, seamlessly blending sophistication, elegance, and contemporary luxury. Elizabeth Taylor, whose passion for fine jewellery is legendary, is also remembered for her love of diamonds. One of her most iconic pieces was a pair of Bulgari diamond cluster earrings, featuring pear-shaped yellow diamond pendants—an extraordinary gift from her then-husband, Eddie Fisher. These earrings, with their vibrant yellow diamonds, were a perfect reflection of Taylor's bold and timeless style. Yellow diamonds, often referred to as “canary diamonds,” are among the rarest and most sought-after gemstones in the world. Known for their brilliant, radiant hue, they symbolise joy, creativity, good fortune, and purity. These fancy coloured diamonds are remarkably rare, with only 1 in 10,000 earth-mined diamonds exhibiting nitrogen: the unique trace element responsible for their vivid yellow colour. Like white diamonds, yellow diamonds are graded using the GIA Colour Grading System, with six distinct grades: Fancy Light, Fancy, Fancy Dark, Fancy Deep, Fancy Intense, and Fancy Vivid—the deeper the hue, the rarer and more valuable the diamond. The allure of yellow diamonds has captivated many of the world’s most celebrated figures, most famously, the Tiffany Yellow Diamond—a stone that once weighed 287.42 carats before being expertly cut to 128.54 carats by gemmologist George Frederick Kunz—has graced the necks of numerous celebrities. Audrey Hepburn famously wore the Tiffany Yellow Diamond in promotional photos for Breakfast at Tiffany’s, while Lady Gaga wore it to the Oscars, solidifying its place as one of the most iconic diamonds in history.