The Queen of Kalahari: Chopard Has Released Its Most Valuable Collection to Date

The name of the Swiss watch and jewellery Maison Chopard has been associated with jewellery of the highest quality for a few decades. Each year, high jewellery pieces are released “under the wing” of the brand that create an indelible impression thanks to their original design and incredible precious stones. With each new masterpiece, it seems an ever-higher pinnacle of craftsmanship is reached at Chopard, one that is simply impossible to surpass. If that’s what it has seemed like to you as well, then prepare to be stunned again!

After instantly falling in love with this sparkling gift of nature, Caroline selected a suitable name for it: “The Queen of Kalahari”. The geographic name references the place where this amazing natural treasure was mined: the Karowe Mine next to the Kalahari Desert in Botswana.

Caroline Scheufele was not bemused by the striking size of the Queen of Kalahari. In fact, the Artistic Director of the brand stated: “The diamond that has been found is, undoubtedly, an exceptional stone, but we’re not treating it like a mere trophy. Rather, we’ve made plans for its future that are worthy of its distinctiveness.” The craftsmen at the Swiss Maison have already demonstrated their unparalleled skills and knowledge more than once, creating fantastic pieces of high jewellery art and cutting stones according to the conceived designs. It is with pleasure that the jewellers at Chopard have taken on this challenge that nature itself has thrown at them.

The Queen of Kalahari collection designs are founded on the idea of delicate lacework. This motif was first developed by the Swiss Maison with the release of last year’s Precious Chopard line. The first works from the Queen of Kalahari were showcased by the Geneva-based company during Paris Haute Couture week. Soon, they are to be followed by a bracelet with two emerald cut diamonds and two rings, one of which is adorned with the 20-carat cushion diamond.