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POST EDIT: De Beers 1888 Master Diamonds collection, now in Hong Kong, brings out the beauty of one-of-a-kind stones with intricate craftsmanship and planning

A range of 19 stunning stones, cut from eight rough gems mined in Botswana and Canada, are presented in the 1888 Master Diamonds collection by De Beers

The connection between art and beauty is explored in a collaboration with illustrator Cecilia Carlstedt, who has created art for each piece in the collection

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Four De Beers diamonds in different shapes from a 129.71ct rough diamond mined in Botswana. The 1888 Master Diamonds collection is made up of 19 stunning stones.

Published: 12:45pm, 23 Sep 2021Updated: 1:20pm, 23 Sep 2021

This article is presented in partnership with De Beers.

Honouring its legacy of diamond expertise and beauty, De Beers is presenting the 1888 Master Diamonds collection, comprising 19 stunning stones in myriad cuts ranging from five to more than 26 carats.

Each De Beers diamond is a result of intricate craftsmanship and meticulous planning, and the brand stays true to its commitment to beauty by being involved in every step of the craft. For this collection, the jeweller has transformed eight rough diamonds, ranging from 35 to 130 carats, into 19 precious stones. It took De Beers experts almost three months to plan each cut in order to bring out the full beauty of the diamonds.

This remarkable transformation from raw stone to dazzling diamond is now on display in an exhibition at De Beers’ Central boutique, where you can follow the journey of the precious stones, from Botswana and Canada to Hong Kong, through photographs and videos.

The close connection between art and beauty is also explored in a collaboration with illustrator Cecilia Carlstedt, who has created bespoke artwork for every piece in the 1888 Master Diamonds collection. Carlstedt has employed a palette of blue and white in her abstract paintings to portray dazzling rays and opulent refraction, conveying each diamond’s unique character. An artwork by Carlstedt will be included as a gift with each diamond purchase.

Artwork by illustrator Cecilia Carlstedt for the 1888 Master Diamonds collection by De Beers.

De Beers also has a bespoke design service that allows clients to create unique pieces of jewellery with the help of experts. Buyers have complete autonomy over the piece, right from the selection of the diamond to the design. Be it classic settings or De Beers’ signature Lotus and Adonis Rose designs, clients are free to create a piece of wearable art that truly reflects who they are.