Each year JCK, the jewelry industry authority, hosts the most prestigious competition for jewelry design, innovation and ingenuity. With 21 categories subdivided into numerous price brackets, the competition was extra-fierce this year according to JCK. Esteemed judges, media influencers and retail jewelers from around the world voted in this years’...
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Three Prestigious Spectrum Awards for Omi Privé in 2022
Each year the American Gem Trade Association (AGTA) holds the prestigious Spectrum Awards™ where the finest of American designers submit their jewelry featuring colored gemstones. The pieces are judged on overall beauty and wearability, innovative design, effective use of materials, quality of gemstones, quality of workmanship, mass appeal and potential...
Celebrating A Lifetime of Color – Honoring Omi Nagpal, Founder of Omi Gems
We are honored to be celebrating our founder, Omi Nagpal, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Jewelers 24 Karat Club of Southern California this past October 1st, 2022. Omi along with Susan Jacques, President and CEO of the Gemological Institute of America and Tanya Parikh, owner of Janvier...
Celebrating Red, White and You!
With the 4th of July fast approaching we’re seeing lots of Red, White and Blue! Celebrations will be in full swing and the “King” of gemstones, ruby, is very popular this month, as it’s the coveted birthstone for July. But did you know that ruby isn’t the only red gemstone...
Alexandrite and Other Color-Change Gemstones – 18th Annual Sinkankas Symposium
Omi Privé is honored to be included in the 18th Annual Sinkankas Symposium co-sponsored by the Gemological Institute of America, the Geo-Literary Society and the Gemological Society of San Diego. Named for one of the most distinguished and influential figures in gemology and mineralogy, (John Sinkankas (2002), the Sinkankas Symposium...
A Captivating Success for Charity
As Omi continues to evolve, we remain committed to our industry and take an active role in issues like ethical production practices, industry charity initiatives and mining community aid. The Omi Privé team recently attended The American Gem Society’s annual Conclave in Oklahoma City, where we were able to see...
The Soul of a Gemstone, the Sparkle of a Diamond
At Omi Privé, we continue to build on our heritage that remains firmly rooted in the colored stone world. Our jewelry line was created to luxuriously house some of the world’s most dazzling colored gemstones. We believe this core value is something that sets us apart from many other jewelry...
Glamorous Purple Garnets – A Vivid Rarity
A unique garnet was recently discovered in Mozambique, Africa, that conveys a deep, rich purple with flashes of red or pink. Lead Designer of Omi Privé, Niveet Nagpal, describes the color as “royal purple,” as this hue is very rarely seen in garnet. Mozambique, in Southeastern Africa, is the only...
Waves of Blue – History of Aquamarine
There are a multitude of reasons as to why we adore aquamarines so much. Their rich history, legendary symbolism, and ability to be distinctively displayed in Omi Privé jewelry! The very name aquamarine brings to mind the clear blue waters of the sea. Because its name derives from the Latin...
Why is Spinel so Special?
Spinel has long been one of the most under-appreciated gemstones on the market, yet it is coveted by collectors and gemologists for its range of hues and spectacular optical properties. Spinel was recently added as an official birthstone for August, raising its exposure to new heights. Recognized and prized for...