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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

Brilliant metamorphosis at the Semaine de la Couture de Paris

The Metamorphosis jewelry embodies movement and versatility. Because these jewelry are designed to be transformable, while the subtle articulation and the tumbling settings give each creation a dynamic life.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on September 13
Updated on 13 September 2023
Winter Collection 18-carat white gold necklace set with a pear-shaped Fancy Dark Green Grey diamond (SI1, approx. 5.06 ct) and 2,983 diamonds (approx. 45.35 ct total) Transformable piece and diamond earrings. © De Beers
METAMORPHOSIS

Metamorphosis, the transformative power of natural diamonds by De Beers.

Nature evokes an uninterrupted cycle of change and renewal through the seasons: spring blooms, summer bursts into life, autumn glows, and winter freezes. From this continuous metamorphosis emerges a living metaphor in the chrysalids that have become majestic butterflies. And in the raw diamonds transformed into works of art by the expert hands of De Beers.

METAMORPHOSIS Summer Ring © De Beers
Summer Ring
In yellow gold and 18 carat white gold, set with a Fancy Intense Yellow cushion-cut diamond and diamonds
© De Beers

Launched in January 2023, the collection Metamorphosis by De Beers, Chapter one had introduced the world to Prelude, A set harmoniously reflecting the four seasons.
This flagship piece featured an exceptional ear cuff adorned with titanium chrysalides symbolizing each season. On the occasion of Paris Couture Week in July 2023, De Beers unveils the second chapter of this captivating collection.

In this second chapter, four splendid butterflies emerge from the chrysalids, each representing a new season. Thus, these majestic creatures present four outfits, totaling 37 new creations that, when combined with the nine pieces Prelude, form a comprehensive collection of 46 unique works.

We would like to point out that the jewelry Metamorphosis They embody movement and versatility. Because these jewels are designed to be transformable, while the subtle articulation and sparkling settings give each creation a dynamic life. From contemporary rings enveloping multiple fingers to sparkling ear studs and a avant-garde tiara. Each piece reflects the creative and bold DNA of De Beers, While honoring its position as a renowned diamond supplier.

Diadème HiverIn platinum and titanium, set with a pear-cut diamond (D-Flawless, approx. 8.49 cts), 6 Fancy-cut diamonds and 793 brilliant-cut white diamonds (approx. 41.55 cts total) Natural Diamond Works of Art: pear-cut white diamond (D-Flawless, approx. 8.49 cts) © De Beers
Diadème Hiver
Platinum and titanium, set with a pear-shaped diamond (D-Flawless, approx. 8.49 cts), 6 Fancy-cut diamonds and 793 brilliant-cut white diamonds (approx. 41.55 cts total)
Diamond Natural Works of Art: pear-cut white diamond (D-Flawless, approx. 8.49 cts)
© De Beers

This collection fuses the brilliance of raw diamonds, witnesses of a history spanning billions of years, with innovative designs. The jewelry reflects the seasons through distinct aesthetics. Like the entwined petals of the protea flower, the captivating spirals of the ammonites, the autumnal swirls of the Grand Feu enamel, or the angular fragments of frozen lakes.

Moreover, Metamorphosis Stunning with exceptional rare diamonds. In fact, they come from the collection De Beers Natural Works of Art. These are diamonds with vibrant nuances, cut with mastery. They harmonize with revolutionary materials such as titanium, as well as with traditional goldsmithing techniques.

This second chapter of Metamorphosis celebrate the perpetual transformation of nature through fascinating creations. Once again, De Beers established its expertise as a visionary high-jewelry house, illuminating the world of the eternal and ever-changing beauty of diamonds.

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery