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rar·i·ty
noun \ˈrer-ə-tē\
: something that is valuable because there are few of its kind : the quality of being rare : a person or thing that is not common or usual
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Gemstones are the artwork of nature, polished by the imagination of man.
UNEARTHING THE WORLD’S FINEST GEMS IS OUR LEGACY Each Omi Privé creation is crafted around the splendor of a fine colored gemstone. For over five generations our legacy has been built on purveying remote parts of the world to uncover the earth’s most exceptional rare gems.
OMI PRIVÉ IS OUR PASSION Our passion lies within the belief that every gemstone is a gift from nature. Omi Privé designs showcase this rarity, and bring out the natural beauty and brilliance of every stone. Each jewelry piece must reach the ultimate level of quality to bear the Omi Privé namesake, with nothing compromised along its journey. Every Omi Privé piece of fine jewelry is rare, valuable and exceptional.
We take pride in uniting traditional manufacturing techniques with the use of modern equipment. Most Omi Privé ring shanks are specifically formed from drawn wire, a method that dates back to Ancient Roman times. This forms a stronger, thicker concentration of metal with minimal to no porosity.
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A VIBRANT, CAPTIVATING PINK Master artisans handcrafted a work of art to present this vivid pink sapphire. Framed with over 100 diamonds set in platinum, this large pink sapphire is a rare combination of fine color, clarity and brilliance. Delicate 18 karat rose gold accents lead to brilliant pink sapphires on either side, only to be revealed by the graciousness of the wearer.
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11.24 carat Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring
A SYMPHONY OF SAPPHIRES This exquisite platinum necklace required over one year of meticulous work through its lapidary, design, and crafting processes. Every artisan and craftsman throughout each step worked diligently to select, match, and assemble the sapphire and diamond suite. The royal blue sapphires are perfectly matched, and present a statement of luxury with versatility for the wearer.
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30.28 total carats Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
A MARVEL OF UNPARALLELED COLOR Few emeralds are as prized as those from the lush grounds of Colombia, South America. The vivid hue of this emerald designates the ring as a one-of-a-kind treasure. Certified Colombian, this gem is amongst the world’s most coveted emeralds. Ideal cut diamonds glimmer from all angles of the setting, and delicate filigree adorns its sides.
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9.65 carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
A JEWEL OF UNCOMMON BEAUTY Emitting a unique blend of pink and orange, the strikingly feminine padparadscha sapphire is a special member of the corundum family. The island of Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) situated off the southern-most coast of India was the first source of these stones. The name “padparadscha” was derived from the Sinhalese “padma raga,” which is translated as “color of lotus blossom.” Prized for its exceptional hues, a natural padparadscha reveals the rarest color of sapphire.
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4.17 carat Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring
ORGANIC INSPIRATION The wonder of nature captivated Omi Privé designers in the derivation of this ring. Inspired by the lotus flower, this piece hoists a very rare natural padparadscha sapphire. The stone is nestled between satin-finished rose gold “leaves.” The pinkish-orange gem blossoms upon a triple shank of platinum and diamonds to form a magnificent natural heirloom.
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8.18 carat Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Cuprian, or “copper bearing,” elbaite tourmaline is known for its vibrant turquoise to green color. This recently unearthed stone has provided deep fascination for connoisseurs, as it is the most rare and valuable of all tourmaline. The pendant presents natural shaped cabochons, with bluish curves reminiscent of ocean waters. Surrounded by waves of diamond and tourmaline melee, the design emulates the ambiance of a relaxing retreat.
©Erika Winters
AN EXCLUSIVE FIND OF LEGENDARY BLUE
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25.31 total carats Cuprian Elbaite Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
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7.70 carat Imperial Topaz, Ruby and Diamond Ring
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3.57 carat Purple Spinel, 0.84 total carats Red Spinel, and Diamond 3-Stone Ring
AN ANCIENT CRAFT OF VIBRANT ARTISTRY The ancient Roman technique of hand drawn wire was utilized to fabricate this piece. The gem was carefully studied, and a design was envisioned to illuminate the impressive tsavorite garnet. Brilliant cut white and yellow diamonds were hand selected and set into the metal wire precisely formed to frame the glowing gem.
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3.48 carat Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Ring
NATURE’S CAPTIVATING COLORS Few things are as remarkable as the highly prized Australian black opal. The Lightning Ridge area of New South Wales produces a very finite supply of this phenomenal stone. Wondrous play of color radiates from a 7.90 carat black opal, the extraordinary focus of this split-shank platinum and diamond ring. From its sides, the ring captivates with green tsavorites set in black rhodium.
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7.90 carat Black Opal, Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Ring
HISTORIC ENCHANTMENT Alexandrite is a rare variety of chrysoberyl. Coined “emerald by day and ruby by night,” this phenomenal stone emanates hues of greens and blues in daylight to deep purples and reds in incandescent light. Alexandrite was initially found in the Ural Mountains of Russia. Named after Tsar Alexander II, it became the country’s national stone, and was originally only mined for royalty. Today, the finest alexandrite is mined in Brazil.
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2.25 carat Alexandrite and Diamond Ring
A round faceted chrysoberyl emits extreme brightness in this 18 karat yellow gold satin-finished ring. Light bursts from the precise cuts of the breathtaking stone and contrasting white diamonds. Allure is heightened by two tucked-away Paraíba tourmalines bezel-set on the ring’s sides.
©Erika Winters
ELECTRIC BRILLIANCE
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10.64 carat Chrysoberyl, ParaĂba Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
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2.56 carat Fancy Sapphire and Diamond Ring
4.43 carat Violet Sapphire and Diamond Ring
A SURPRISE OF INTRICATE SPLENDOR
Unrivaled artistry is the core of this award-winning sapphire and diamond design. Expertly hand-set French pavĂŠ forms a double halo of accent stones in platinum. Beneath the center lies the hidden beauty of the piece: two rows set with blue sapphires and diamonds seamlessly cross to form its base. The ring is a true work of ingenuity and a triumph of craftsmanship.
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5.02 carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring
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5.77 total carats Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
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1.99 carat Ruby and Diamond Ring
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