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Posted September 9, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Fancy Sapphire, Omi Privé, Sapphire.

The weather is starting to cool off (for some of us!) and school is in full swing, which means Fall is upon us and we are celebrating September birthdays with sapphire. Imagine your autumn outings with these brilliant sapphires as the centerpiece. Which will you fall in love with?

This bold royal blue sapphire weighing over 11 carats is the focal point of this detailed ring design. Its triple claw-like prongs provide protection and importance, but they are still delicate due to their exquisite craftsmanship. The shank has a distinct harlequin-like pattern, with expertly matched tapering sapphires running its length; diamonds are set between the stones and the overall design is simultaneously classic and modern. Style number: R2293-RO1260-SAOV

The striking combination of a oval purple sapphire and Paraíba-type tourmalines is unique and combines two rare and valuable gemstones. The purple sapphire is accompanied by a gemstone report stating it is unheated, which is quite rare in sapphires and makes its color and clarity even more treasured. Style Number: R2308-RC1055-PSOV

The clarity and size of the center moonstone in this design is what first captivates and adds discernible value to this design. The moonstone’s blue sheen is complimented by an outer halo of round blue sapphires and sapphire trapezoids accented with black rhodium. Style Number: R2295-RC1485-MSOV

Slightly mismatched padparadscha sapphires are the focal point of these earrings, highlighting the delicate mix of pink and orange required to be given this designation. Mixed metals, with rose gold next to the center stone, are used in a double halo to highlight the pink hue of the padparadscha. Style Number: E1267-EO1021-PDOV

The statement making, nearly 20 carat moonstone at the center of this pendant is complimented with sapphires set with black rhodium to draw attention to the remarkable blue sheen of the center. The halo of sapphires scallops around the edge of the moonstone to mimic the rolling nature of the stone’s adularescence. Style Number: P1413-PC1150-MSPS

These sapphire earrings are detailed with two stations which use brilliant round sapphires with black rhodium accented prongs to create the illusion of a marquise, giving these earrings a elegant shape. Details abound on these earrings, from the subtle side halo of sapphires, to the rose cut diamonds in bezels behind the pear-shape sapphires, in order to create a full 360 degree look. Style Number: E1266-EC1850-SAPS

Classic sapphire drop earrings are modernized with a halo of rose-cut diamonds. Perfectly matched pear shape sapphires are complimented by matching round sapphires at the bottom of the lever wire – all displaying an ideal shade of medium-toned royal blue. Style Number: E1261-EC1900-SAPS

Striking double claw prongs and a shared-prong halo of rose-cut diamonds modernize this classic sapphire and diamond ring. The natural center sapphire displays a blissful shade of cornflower blue and compliments a bride looking for an alternative sapphire bridal design. Style Number: R2302-RC1610-SACU

The bold color combination of sapphire and Paraíba-type tourmalines is striking, and the addition of black rhodium accentuates the bold colors of the gemstones. A classic three stone design is given a modern reinvention with this stone pairing and black rhodium plating. Style Number: R2290-RC1055-SAOV

Posted August 7, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Omi Privé.

Grandidierite is one of the rarest minerals on earth. It was first discovered in 1902 in southern Madagascar and named in honor of French explorer Alfred Grandidier (1836–1912) who studied the natural history of Madagascar. The original discovery of the stone was located in a small pegmatite outcrop in the cliffs of Andrahomana, which is on the southern coast of Madagascar. Since its initial discovery, specimens of grandidierite have been found in select locations around the world, including Malawi, Namibia and Sri Lanka. In 2014, about 35 miles northwest of the original deposit find, in the Amboasary district of southern Madagascar’s Anosy region gem quality rough was discovered. With very few exceptions, the only location where gem quality material has been discovered is Southern Madagascar. Most faceted stones have been under 1 carat in size with obvious inclusions; in very rare finds 3 to 5 carats or slightly larger have been produced. It is strongly trichroic, meaning it appears as different shades of color from different angles, but it is often cut so that when facing up it has a blue to bluish green color.

Something we value here at Omi Privé is process. We have close relationships with miners and generations of industry partnerships in the loose colored gemstone business. These partnerships allow us to acquire gemstones that others don’t have access to.⁠ ⁠We specialize in sourcing because we see each gemstone as true artistic works of nature. For this three-stone ring, we combined another favorite gemstone of ours; alexandrite. Alexandrite is one of the most unique and rare gemstones ever discovered. Naturally, it changes colors in different lighting, from hues of greens and blues in daylight to reds and purples in incandescent light. Alexandrite was discovered in April of 1834 in the Ural Mountains of Russia. It was named after Tsar Alexander II since it was discovered around the time of the future Tsar’s coming of age. Since red and green were the colors of Imperial Russia it quickly became the national stone of Russia, worn by royalty and nobility. We felt alexandrite was the perfect compliment to the center grandidierite of this ring. An exceptionally rare combination of gemstones, both grandidierite and alexandrite are two of the rarest gemstones in the world making this ring a true one-of-a-kind collector’s piece.

Grandidierites over 1 carat are highly valuable and coveted, particularly one like the center stone of this ring displaying characteristic blue-green color with little to no eye visible inclusions.

Grandidierite is strongly trichroic so its colors appear to shift when looking at it under different lighting or angles; this characteristic plays off the naturally color changing alexandrites set on the sides and outer halo of the ring.

The lovely side details and black rhodium surrounding the alexandrite melee down the shank and around the crown make the ring gorgeous from all angles.

The platinum ring accented with black rhodium features over a 2 carat oval grandidierite stone and two oval alexandrites on each side. The ring is further complimented by round alexandrites and diamonds.

Watch the color change phenomena of this ring!

Posted August 6, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Omi Privé.

Refresh any wardrobe by adorning your ears with style and color! This season the runway is seeing earrings that are more colorful, bold and downright statement making. Celebrate your personal style with the gemstone that speaks to you. Which pair of earrings is your favorite?

Alexandrite & Diamond Platinum Earrings

Rainbow Moonstone, Purple Spinel, Fancy Sapphire, Alexandrite & Diamond Rose Gold Earrings

Paraíba-Type Tourmaline, Purple Sapphire, Paraíba Tourmaline & Diamond Earrings

Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Earrings

Paraíba-type Tourmaline, Paraíba Tourmaline & Diamond Platinum Earrings

Posted July 15, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Omi Privé.

Omi Privé takes First Place in the Luxury Debut Category with Purple Sapphire and Paraíba Tourmaline-Type Ring

With a unique passion for high-quality gemstone and fine jewelry design, Omi Privé was awarded first place honor in the Luxury Debut Category at the 2019 Luxury Design Awards, adding to their further recognition for creating the finest colored gemstone jewelry.

“Being a part of the esteemed LUXURY show during their 20^thAnniversary celebrations was a true honor,” said Niveet Nagpal, Omi Privé President and Head Designer. “Thank you to our industry partners and Loretta Gordon Block from Gordons Gold Jewellers for bestowing such an honor upon our purple sapphire three stone ring.”

Chosen as a contender by Gordons Gold Jewellers, the Luxury Debut Category saw an Omi Privé Platinum ring with a 4.03-carat purple sapphire as the center gemstone, flanked by 2 Paraíba-Type Tourmaline Pear Shape side stones (1.03 ctw) for a harmonious pastel color palette. Color is what inspires many Omi Privé designs, and the colors in this unheated purple sapphire and the pear-shape Paraíba-type tourmalines tonally were a perfect complement. Relinquishing the idea of pairing “traditional” gemstones and colors allows Omi Privé to create unique designs and deliver to their customers something they might not have ever considered.

Further details of our award-winning rings may be found online at OmiPrivé.com.

Loretta from Gordons Gold Jewellers visits Omi Privé to view the ring she nominated for the LUXURY award during Las Vegas Jewelry Week.

Designer Niveet Nagpal accepts the LUXURY Design Award at the annual awards presentation.

Niveet Nagpal and Loretta Gordon Block during the awards celebrations.

The award winning purple sapphire and cuprian tourmaline ring.

Posted June 13, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Omi Privé.

18K rose gold pendant accented by black rhodium featuring a 7.10 carat pear-shape rainbow moonstone accented by a 0.51 carat pear-shape orange topaz, 0.40 carat total weight of round alexandrites and 0.08 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum ring accented with black rhodium featuring a 11.17 carat oval moonstone accented by 5.40 carat total weight of oval buff-top sapphires, 0.40 carat total weight of round sapphires and 0.18 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum ring accented by black rhodium featuring a 1.35 carat oval alexandrite accented by 1.29 carat total weight of oval alexandrites, 0.76 carat total weight of round alexandrites and 0.87 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum earrings featuring 4.85 carat total weight of oval Paraiba-type tourmalines accented by 1.01 carat total weight of round Paraiba tourmalines and 1.20 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Posted May 26, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Alexandrite, Color, Emerald, Events, Fancy Sapphire, Moonstone, Omi Privé, One-of-a-Kind Collection, Opal, Padparadscha Sapphire.

Here at Omi Privé, we are proud to present you with bold combinations of colored gemstones in high-quality jewelry that suit multiple occasions. View these and more new unique, handcrafted pieces at LUXURY at JCK Salon 702.

18K yellow gold ring accented with black rhodium featuring a 9.42 carat blue sheen moonstone oval accented by 0.37 carat total weight of round sapphires and 0.53 carat total weight of round diamonds.

18K white gold ring accented with black rhodium featuring a 3.63 carat emerald-cut blue-green sapphire accented with 0.32 carat total weight of round alexandrites and 0.22 carat total weight of tapered diamond baguettes.

18K yellow gold ring featuring a 6.13 carat purple star sapphire accented by 1.16 carat total weight of violet spinels, 0.08 carat total weight of round purple sapphires and 0.27 carat total weight of round diamonds.

18K yellow gold ring featuring a 8.25 carat oval opal accented by 0.24 carat total weight of round sapphires, 0.10 carat total weight of yellow sapphires, 0.16 carat total weight of round tsavorite garnets, 0.22 carat total weight of round red spinels, and 0.80 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum & 18K yellow gold ring featuring a 3.49 carat emerald cut emerald accented by 1.10 carat total weight of tapered diamond baguettes and 0.41 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum pendant featuring a 13.67 carat opal accented by a 0.40 carat buff-top sapphire, 0.54 carat total weight of round sapphires, 0.47 carat total weight of round tsavorites and 0.09 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Platinum and 18K rose gold ring featuring a 1.74 carat hexagonal cut padparadscha sapphire accented by 0.43 carat total weight of trapezoid diamonds.

Platinum ring accented with black rhodium featuring a 1.71 carat oval alexandrite accented by 0.33 carat total weight of round alexandrites and 0.81 carat total weight of round diamonds.

Posted May 20, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Award Winning, Omi Privé, One-of-a-Kind Collection, Sapphire.

The Legacy of the Award-Winning Gemstone Jewelry Company Continues with First Place Win in Platinum Jewelry Category

(Los Angeles, CA – May 21, 2019) With a unique passion for the highest quality gemstones and fine jewelry design, Omi Privé is awarded first place honor in the 2019 INSTORE Design Awards in the Platinum jewelry design category, adding to their further recognition in the jewelry industry worldwide.

Since Omi Prive’s inception in 2012, the company has now been recognized with over 30 awards from multiple esteemed competitions including; the W Readers’ Choice Awards, JCK Jewelers’ Choice Awards, AGTA Spectrum Awards, Platinum Innovation Awards and the Centurion Design Awards.

This year’s prize was taken in the Platinum Jewelry over $10,000 category, which saw an Omi Privé platinum ring showcasing a vibrant 9.34-carat emerald cut blue Madagascar sapphire center gemstone as the First-Place winner. The award-winning ring also features 0.80 carats of round sapphires, 0.95 carats of carre cut diamond side stones, and 2.00 carats of all custom cut diamond baguettes throughout the design. “I wanted to keep the ring classic and structural since it was surrounding an emerald shape sapphire, while making it fun and unique at the same time,” said Niveet Nagpal, Head Designer and President of Omi Privé. “Platinum is always our metal of choice, but especially in a ring like this with so much detail. We’d like to thank the judges and retail partners for appreciating our passion for colored gemstones and the attention to detail required while working with platinum.”

The design is a modern take on Art Deco design, with clean and bold geometric lines. This very special piece – as with all jewelry created by Omi Privé – was handcrafted a team of experts in Los Angeles, California, whose passion for gemstones leads them to create bold, unique jewelry designs of the utmost quality. Further details of the award-winning rings may be found online at OmiPrivé.com, or viewed in person in Salon LUX702, at the LUXURY by JCK show in Las Vegas from May 29^ththrough June 3rd, 2019.

Posted May 6, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Aquamarine, Moonstone, Omi Privé.

Feldspars are the most abundant minerals in the earth’s crust, and the particular species: orthoclase, that contains moonstones has a history of being worn in jewelry almost as old as civilization. Moonstone is known for its distinct sheen, which ancient Greeks and Romans believed were trapped rays of moonlight. In fact the technical term for this sheen is adularescence; this magical stone was once called adularia deriving from Mt. Adular (now St. Gotthard) in Switzerland where it was once mined. Adularescence is a result of a natural growth pattern of alternating layers of feldspar minerals, orthoclase and albite. This layering causes an interference of light as it enters the stone, reflecting back as the sheen beloved in moonstones, making them appear to glow from within.

Rainbow moonstone ring accented by custom cut aquamarines and round diamonds set in 18K rose gold.

Legends say the stone provides good luck, Hindu legend believes it was formed by moonbeams, and in Arab countries, women historically sewed moonstones into their garments to promote fertility. Properties often associated with the moon has been applied to this gemstone, such as romance, femininity, intuition, dreams and love. Long been a favored gemstone in jewelry, designers of the romantic Art Nouveau era, such as René Lalique and Louis Comfort Tiffany, heavily featured moonstone. Like most gemstones, the most prized moonstones contain no visible inclusions; they will also have a colorless, semi transparent to nearly transparent body color with strong vivid adularescence.

Rainbow moonstones also feature prominently in new designs by Omi Prive. Although also a feldspar, rainbow moonstones are from the labradorite species of the group. Labradorite Feldspar is most often associated with mining in Labrador, Canada, but Madagascar is a top source for rainbow moonstone which has a lighter or more transparent body color than traditional Labradorite. Both traditional moonstone and rainbow moonstone’s adularescence is caused by light reflection of twinning planes. With its phenomenal properties, pairing very fine rainbow moonstones with alexandrite accents creates designs that are constantly changing and encourage a deeper examination.

Winner of the 2018 Centurion Design Awards this blue sheen moonstone, sapphire and diamond ring set in platinum is sure to turn heads.

The range of blue hues in this oval rainbow moonstone are drawn out by the surrounding blue sapphire with black rhodium halo and diamond shank all set in platinum.

Round rainbow moonstones are at the center of these unique stud earrings accented with color change alexandrite and black rhodium.

This rainbow moonstone pendant glows from within and is surrounded by color change alexandrite set in 18K rose gold with black rhodium accents.

Posted March 13, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Aquamarine, Color, Moonstone, Omi Privé, Pink Sapphire.

The runway has shown us a soft new color palette for 2019 that is full of dreamy spring colors. The colors you choose to wear or accessorize with generally sets the mood for the day; be it playful, romantic, timeless or anything in between. Take some spring-time inspiration from these Omi Privé pieces and add some glowing colors to your wardrobe!

Rainbow moonstone and alexandrite earring and pendant suite set in 18K rose gold with black rhodium for a bold edge.

This Merelani mint garnet, diamond and platinum ring truly rings in spring with its unique green hue.

Morganite displays a soft peachy-pink color, which we’ve combined with rose gold accented with diamonds and a marquise cut aquamarine.

Cuprian elbaite tourmaline has an electric blue color that gets its striking appearance from traces of copper.

Lovely pink sapphire combined with 18K rose gold and diamonds is the perfect way to show off your spring style!

And don’t forget the enchanting ocean blue of aquamarine for all of the March birthdays!

Posted January 30, 2019 by Omi Prive & filed under Omi Privé.

As we enter February each year there is a feeling of love all around as we express our affection for others with greetings and gifts. According to some, St. Valentine’s day originated as the Roman festival of Lupercalia, which celebrated the coming of spring, fertility, and the pairing of men and women. Other sources, first attribute the day’s romantic symbolism to Geoffrey Chaucer’s poems mentioning ‘Valentine’ in the 14th century, specifically Parlement of Foules. Interestingly, Saint Valentine purportedly wore an ring, customary for Christian bishops, set with an amethyst and engraved with the image of Cupid, recognized as a symbol associated with love. Recognized by his ring, he was often asked to perform marriages and it is perhaps this anecdote that bolstered amethyst to become the birthstone for February. With time and by the late 1700’s sending Valentine’s cards became a hugely popular tradition. Naturally, as a day to show love and affection, the charming tradition for gifting sentimental jewelry emerged. Today we mostly associate the colors of red and pink with Valentine’s day. So while contemplating what to get your special someone this year, remember when you present an Omi Privé jewelry piece it is a symbol of rarity and beauty that will last for generations.