Art meets Jewellery

04/05/2024

"WOMEN OF IMPACT"
Is this for real?!🙉🥹 It feels incredible to receive acknowledgement for my work within my niche. I am immensely humbled to be alongside these incredible women who inspire me. Some of you I know already, and others I hope to have the chance to connect. Connection and community in our industry are crucial, and it's great to know we are all here to learn, share, grow, and support each other. ✨

Thank you to Jennifer-Lynn Archuleta and for the opportunity to share my journey and experience with current & future gem lovers! 💖 -A💎💎

Alongside other influential women featured:



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Thank you to those who supported me throughout my journey.

02/05/2024

BELMONT X BONAS
It surely is all happening in Bangkok! Thanks for the shoutout and for attending the recent and tender of Brazilian Emeralds. It's always nice to chat about your travels and dedication to field gemmology research. ✨️To read more about why Bangkok is the centre of rough gem auctions, check my latest article for via the link in bio.


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“Somewhere in the Ulu” Travelogue (in Bangkok, Thailand)
(Gem auctions in Bangkok)
Lets start this gem auction travelogue with the recent Belmont Brazilan emerald auction and a group photo to introduce few noticeable industry friends i had great discussions with during that auction:
Left to right:
- Isabella Yan ( ), a freelance consultant providing her services ( communications, PR, client introductions, stock control, setting things up...) to Bonas. She is also a trade journalist who recently wrote an interesting article in Rappaport about rough gem auctions in Bangkok (see for more on her social media)
- Me (no introduction needed)
- Marcelo Ribeiro ( ), the Director of Belmont ( ). Marcelo is the grand son of the owner of Belmont (a fascinating emerald deposit discovered 46 years ago on a cattle ranch in Minas Gerais state of Brazil). After studying mining engineering, he developed this family owned mine as one of the most modern and efficient in the world.
- Cyrille Djankoff (aka ), the head of Colored Stones at Bonas (aka ) since 2020. Cyrille, a genuine gemstone adventurer with an incredible experience mining gems from Tajikistan to Africa, has been behind all the gem auctions organized by Bonas in Bangkok for the past few years.
Photo by somebody very kind.

22/04/2024

🌎SUSTAINABILITY MATTERS🌎
Today is Earth Day, a reminder of the importance of environmental protection and sustainability. My latest article for JNA highlights the major ESG initiatives within the gems and jewellery industry. Read more to get an update on recent developments.
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Conscious consumerism, climate emergency, and corporate accountability are fuelling the gem and jewellery industry's drive towards a more sustainable path.

Read my latest article on ESG.

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18/04/2024

THE LOWDOWN ON LAB-GROWN
Lab-grown is such a hot topic these days. Read my article for Rapaport on the latest developments. A very interesting article to write, carefully weighing both perspectives.
One way to prevent confusion between lab-grown and natural diamonds is to prioritise educating consumers about their differences. There is often a tendency to conflate the two, when in reality, sellers should treat them as distinct categories targeting different consumer demographics.
I particularly liked the analogy of the taxi and an Uber from Julia Kusher, founder of Ukraine-based jeweler Solo for Diamonds, to describe Natural and Lab-grown diamonds, "𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒅𝒐𝒏’𝒕 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒑𝒆𝒕𝒆, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒚 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓 𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔."

Read more via the link in bio.

Valuable insights from:

17/04/2024

BELMONT X BONAS
headquartered in the Itabira region of Minas Gerais state stands as Brazil's largest independent emerald miner. They are currently holding a Brazilian emerald tender, hosted by , from April 17th to 22nd, 2024 in Bangkok.
For more information contact:
[email protected]

www.bonasgroup.com
www.belmontbids.com

20/03/2024

Gemrock X Bonas
and are currently holding their second rough ruby tender in Bangkok from 18-22 March. Gem quality rough rubies from the Montepuez Ruby mine in Mozambique come in all shades of red and tones. From intense saturation ranging from purplish red to red colour, light red and pink, and with some exhibiting an orange tinge.

26/01/2024

𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑨𝒍𝒈𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒉𝒎 𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒅𝒐𝒓𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕: Is it a threat to our industry? How are jewellers navigating and harnessing AI? What are the implications on human creativity?

I delve into all this in my latest article for  . My exploration covers the opportunities and threats posed by AI, ranging from algorithmic machine learning to its applications in retail spaces. Despite strides in technology, unfortunately, a lingering stigma persists around AI in creative industries.💎

Read more in the link in bio.

Stunning visual image by .gems💙💙💙 drom his "Cyber Gem World" visual campaign. He is one of thr few gem dealers adopting AI "propelling his 175 year old gen business into a sparkling future" ✨️ ✨️✨️

10/01/2024

LAPIDARY LANDSCAPES - Be sure to check out my first article for on a global update on the mining and gem cutting scene. Such a vast and in-depth topic that It was impossible to include every major hub! 💎⛏️

Source countries include :
Thailand🇹🇭
Sri Lanka🇱🇰
Myanmar🇲🇲
Colombia🇨🇴
Zambia🇿🇲

Thank you ✨️🥰
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28/12/2023

PERANAKAN JEWELLERY.
I had the chance to delve into Peranakan jewellery! 🌟 A fusion of Chinese, Malay, and European styles, it's a captivating blend of cultures and motifs. Imagine refined families flaunting heirloom collections of gold and diamonds, passed down through generations. 🌈 Yet, this style remains a mystery to many. Read more about Peranakan jewellery in my article for 💍

Key Takeaways:

✨️Peranakan style rose cut diamonds and ‘intan’ diamonds, which are hand cleaved dominate these designs.

✨️There were very few places to purchase jewellery, so the common practice was to have the jeweller visit their home every day, bringing the gold, diamonds, and precious gems to create these bespoke pieces.

✨️Many of the goldsmiths at the time were of Sri Lankan and Indian descent. They would make the iconic 'kerosang' brooches, commonly worn by the Peranakan community.

✨️Traditional Peranakan motifs were eclectic, ranging from Chinese phoenix, peony flowers, dragons to Victorian-style stars, Indian peacocks, and patterns inspired by batik fabrics.

✨️The entire volume of Peranakan jewellery in the world would be less than 10,000 pieces. They are very limited in supply and incredibly rare, simply because there was such a small percentage of the population that were Peranakan. This would also explain why their jewellery is not widely known in the West today.

✨️Peranakan jewellery first garnered international attention in 2012, when Queen Elizabeth II wore a Birds of Paradise brooch. This was crafted by Foundation Jewellers and presented by the Singapore government for the monarch’s Diamond Jubilee.

12/11/2023

I've had this ring on my saved list for 6 years. Looks like my taste hasn't changed! My inner gemmology nerd is STILL wishing to find a similar if not EXACT garnet crystal formation and growth marks. In my dreams!😭💔
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23/10/2023

It's so great to be featured on Contributor's page for theirvSept/Oct 2023 issue amongst the many talented writers and media colleagues. Thank you .

I have never introduced myself officially on social media😲 and I feel now is the perfect time to with this Contributor's page! There's a lot of new faces around here, Hello! 👋 I'm Isabella Yan, Journalist, gemmologist and Founder of Art meets Jewellery. I'm an absolute lover of all things gems and jewellery and enjoy talking about it every day in one way or another. I think jewellery can be spiritual, emotional, enlightening, uplifting and sublime. Yes 🥰 I believe there is NO HIERARCHY in jewellery, which means I mix my silvers with gold, fashion with fine jewels.💎 My background is in Art History and started my career in international auction houses and the Art world before specialising in jewellery. So DESIGN and Innovation override everything! I worked in various aspects of the gems and jewellery trade in London and Bangkok before launching my platform ArtmeetJewellery.com (AJM). The aim is to provide a holistic view of the global industry from mines to market with a special focus on the Far East and South East Asian region.

In 2021, AJM launched the Women's Series, a monthly column that aims to celebrate and amplify women’s voices in all facets and levels of the industry. I am continuously fascinated by people's journey into the gems and jewellery industry- we have our unique own path in this life, so how did we all find ourselves crossing the same junction? Reach out to connect 😍

Thanks for following my new discoveries and BEJEWELLED ADVENTURES here and do say Hello👋 in person one day! 💎💖💎

22/10/2023

ANIA PABIS GUILLAUME.
More mesmerising rich buttery gold jewellery, but this time, it's delicately moulded like sculpture emphasising nature's tactile qualities and textures. I also love the fingerprints left behind in every unique creation! 💛 Guillaume is a Monaco-based sculptor, painter, and ceramicist, and her interdisciplinary background is certainly evident in her unique approach to working with gold and silver in a similar fashion. Artists who transition to jewellery often infuse their work with artistic sensibilities and a distinctive touch that sets them apart in the world of Wearable art. 💎

I encountered Guillaume's work last year during my visit to in London. I would love to see more wonderful new jewellery creations by her one day.

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Gold plated silver ring💍

18/10/2023

💎RAPAPORT: GEM TENDERS.💎
Thailand’s capital 🇹🇭 is a prime spot for tender viewings thanks to its longtime status as a colored-stone hub. Read more to understand why international mining companies and tender houses are all focusing on Bangkok as a hotspot for viewings.

I've followed this development in the last 6 years and it's been interesting to see the auction model gaining momentum here.

16/10/2023

Rich buttery gold and the Satin Finish got me! This soulful statement ring from her latest "Doors of Opportunity" collection f
by Lebanese jewellery designer features the auspicious symbolism and beauty of doors and archways representing transformation, courage and prosperity.



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The arch, the lotus and other decorative elements are intentionally added to doors for their symbolism. The arch signifies another way and the lotus signifies clarity.

14/10/2023

MY JEWELLERY MOTTO.
Jewellery represents the many facets of my life and experiences. It's an embodiment of a diverse lifestyle and unique path I've chosen. There is this constant dichotomy and duality in my life that is also reflected in my jewellery choices. I flit from the buzzing city life to my island sanctuary....from stilettos to barefoot; from a timeless cocktail watch to my boho jewels. But I always stick to this motto: "There's no hierarchy in my jewellery book"- which means silver and gold are always blended beautifully together in every environment I'm in.

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13/10/2023

ETHICAL GEM SUPPLIERS - 𝑨 𝑪𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑶𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑨𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅.

The are hosting the Ethical Gem Fair at Brooklyn Metal Works on October 19-21, 10am to 6pm daily. The event focuses on responsible sourcing and offers educational sessions. You can register for free at www.ethicalgemsuppliers.com, and some of the participating suppliers include , , , , , and . It's a great opportunity for trade members, students, and metalsmiths to learn and discover fantastic gems.

The Ethical Gem Suppliers is a collective of like-minded gemstone suppliers based in the US and abroad that share a commitment to transparency and responsible sourcing throughout the gemstone supply chain. 

10/10/2023

04/10/2023

HEADING EAST: 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒇𝒍𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒓 𝑺𝒕𝒚𝒍𝒆.

Francesca Cartier will be speaking at a few events in Hong Kong and Shenzhen which unfortunately i'll have to miss. Her latest email and post on the influence of Chinese art in Cartier's work caught my attention as I greatly dabbled into the influence of Chinoiserie in my Art history studies back in the day. It also reminded me of my visit to the first major exhibition "Cartier and Women held at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (ended last month) which also highlighted the profound impact of art from China on Cartier's creations. The House incorporated Chinese-inspired motifs and designs into their creations during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This influence can be seen in the use of gemstone materials, enamel work to the intricate motifs and symbols often featured in Chinese decorative arts and traditional jewellery. Always excited to revisit this subject! If you are in HK or Shenzhen, don't miss it!

Hong Kong 7 Oct 2023 - The Cartiers : A Legacy of Luxury 10.30-12.00

Shenzhen 9 Oct 2023 - Presenting the Cartiers in Shenzhen 13.30- 16.30





 

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25/09/2023

THE JEWELLERY TRENDBOOK 2025+ - 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆?
The Jewellery Trendbook 2025+ is now available and I can't wait to receive my copy soon!😍 The focus this time is on *Artificial Intelligence* and its implications on creativity and craftsmanship in the jewellery and luxury sector. It's always a pleasure to contribute as a Jewellery Editor for the for the Market Opportunities : Jewellery Directions 2024-2025+ section of the Trendbook. An honour to work with a talented team, thank you .thefuturist  






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22/09/2023

JNA NEW ARTICLE -  RUBY RADIANCE.
Market outlook for rubies remains upbeat, demonstrating the mesmerising allure of top-quality red gems that continue to fascinate high jewellery brands, collectors and independent designers. Designers like Dubai-based jewellery brand works with marquise-shaped rubies set in 18k gold and coated with black rhodium for an extra dramatic, edgier look. This is how to turn traditional ruby cuts into something really COOL.

06/09/2023

BONAS X BELMONT Emeralds.
On my way to the inaurgural and tender in Bangkok, which will take place from 9-14 September 2023. I am looking forward to catching up with industry experts and viewing some wonderful rough emeralds that will come to market for the very first time. 💚💎

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SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR UPCOMING BELMONT TENDER
Bonas Group is pleased to announce Belmont’s second emerald tender of the year. For the first time we will hold viewings in Bangkok from 9th-14th September 2023.

Viewing Locations: Office No. 1802, 18th Floor, Vorawat Building, Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok, Thailand

The premium quality rough emeralds come directly from the company’s technologically advanced and environmentally friendly mine in Itabira, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

02/09/2023

Imagine how these beautiful rose cut zircons would flash in the light. is one of the designers that does this gorgeous gemstone justice. Read more on Zircon at . Link in bio.

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02/08/2023

Revolution Earrings by arevtruly REVOLUTIONARY. Feeling Neo-Tribal, Futuristic celestial vibes. I'm in love with their cyber sculptural shape, mixed metals and the seamless setting of those juicy red spinels! 🔥🔥❤️ I also had so much fun with their immersive virtual try on experience on their website!

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16/06/2023

Oh my Patcharavipa's Abaco ring is with DIAMOND FACETED BEADS? This is my current obsession ❤️ Seriously, how does one possibly think of doing this!!
                                    

17/04/2023

NEW ARTICLE : FUSED GEMS
𝑨 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒚 𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒐𝒓𝒚 - Read my latest article for on this Japanese jewellery brand's .jewelry innovative technique of fusing multiple stones into one. How? Read on.💎

16/03/2023

I'm always drawn to the natural patterns in agate that resemble painterly calligraphic brushstrokes. These pair of Fairmined 18k gold, Agate and diamond earrings are from jewellery designer Dana Bronfman .
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01/03/2023

JNA NEW ARTICLE Feb/Mar 2023 - 𝑬𝑺𝑮 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑱𝒆𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒆 - FAIRMINED GOLD.

There are so many problems with the term 'Recycled gold' these days, and in my eyes, it has no real meaning in so-called 'minimizing environmental damage' amongst the many other claims. The confusion and lack of clarity have prompted some jewellers to make a shift towards FAIRMINED GOLD, a label that certifies gold from empowered, responsible artisanal and small-scale mining organisations. 

Increasingly, jewellers and independent designers are seeing value in collaborating with mining communities that are committed to ethical and sustainable practices. They are ever more aware of where their raw materials come from and demand full transparency. are among the brands that have chosen to use certified metals extracted by miners working on a small scale.

Despite this, the cost of Fairmined is sometimes prohibitive to jewellers. HOW CAN WE MAKE IT MORE ACCESSIBLE TO JEWELLERS?

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23/02/2023

Rather fun and spontaneous being interviewed by my partner in crime Luca Sonzogni in my own living room!

*𝑾𝒂𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒊𝒆𝒘 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑰𝒔𝒂𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 𝒀𝒂𝒏, 𝒂 𝑩𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒉 𝑮𝒆𝒎𝒎𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑱𝒆𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒃𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝑲𝒐𝒉 𝑷𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂𝒏.*
Isabella Yan is a gemmologist and journalist specialising in the fine gems and jewellery industry. She writes for international jewellery and industry magazines including Rapaport, JNA magazine, Solitaire magazine, Upscale Living, Solitaire International, GAMMA Journal, Adorn Insight and Trendvision. She is the creator of Art Meets Jewellery, an online platform that looks at the world of jewellery and gems through the eyes of an artist. In 2021, she launched the Women's Series, a monthly column that aims to celebrate and amplify women’s voices in all facets and levels of the industry.
Isabella is always on the lookout for one-of-a-kind jewellery, that showcases creativity and cutting-edge design. Her goal is to foster and shine light upon original and creative designs in Asia. Prior to journalism, Isabella worked in the international art world in London and held positions in Special Projects, Marketing, Sales and Communications for a gemological institution and a jewellery manufacturer in Bangkok. An Accredited Gemologist from the Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences and the Gemmological Association of Great Britain, Isabella holds a Masters in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute of Art and a Bachelors's in Art History from the University of Warwick.
During this interview Isabella talks about her love for art, growing up in London, moving to Asia and her life in Koh Phangan.

Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/izza_gem/ and on her website https://artmeetsjewellery.com/

Episode 133
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