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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

LE MONTAIGNE IS AN EXCEPTIONAL DIAMOND

To mark the reinvention of 30 Avenue Montaigne, an iconic address of Dior, and transformed after two years of renovation, this diamond is named Le Montaigne.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on August 4th
Updated on 4 August 2023
Diamond Le Montaigne
THE DIAMOND OF THE MONTAGNE

It should be noted that an exceptional diamond of 88.88 carats, Le Montaigne, is presented by
House of Dior.
To mark the reinvention of 30 Avenue Montaigne, an iconic address Dior, and transformed after two years of renovation that this diamond has been named after The Montaigne.

The Montaigne
Diamond Cushion 88.88 carats, Fancy Intense Yellow, VVS2.
© Dior

It should be noted that it was discovered in the famous Kimberley mine in South Africa in 2020. It should be emphasized that the rough diamond originally weighed 150 carats. Thus, this fascinating stone is captivating. Dior Wishing that it join its unique heritage. Provided that the diamond once cut weighs 88.88 carats, in keeping with the 8-figure number that is inseparable from the legacy of Dior.

Indeed, the 8 is the lucky number of Christian Dior. Furthermore, this figure refers to the day of the foundation of his Maison, on October 8, 1946, which consisted of 8 floors that would house 8 workshops in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.

Dior 30, Avenue Montaigne
© Dior

Finally, on display within the new boutique at 30, Avenue Montaigne for its inauguration, it will subsequently be mounted on a piece imagined by Victoire de Castellane, the Artistic Director of
Dior Jewelry.

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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