Size Matters: Unique David Morris Bracelet with a Spectacular Quality Diamond

November 23, 2015

By Katerina Perez

3 min read

London jewellery company David Morris, founded in 1962, is already famous far beyond the borders of Great Britain. Thanks to their wide selection of top quality designs made with rare precious stones the brand has achieved huge popularity in Russia and the Far East. But I am not here to talk to you today about one of the amazing collections; no, I want to tell you about a totally unique David Morris creation: a bangle with a one-of-a-kind cushion-cut diamond weighing almost 60 carats!

Before I say anything else, it is worth taking a moment to talk about the design of the jewel and the elegant frame conjured up for the huge diamond by Managing Director and principal innovator for the brand Jeremy Morris. You simply can’t take your eyes of that central stone in its bed of petals! It is incredible to think that deep in the bowels of the earth, nature could create such an incredible diamond, the highest colour category, D (free from nitrogen impurities, which give diamonds a yellowish colour) with clarity “crystal clear water” (a type IIa diamond).

126.4cts Cullinan diamond in the rough, November 2013

126.4cts Cullinan diamond in the rough, November 2013

The summary that accompanies the diamond’s certificate states that: “‘gems of the finest water’ was the phrase used by the famous 17th Century French gem merchant Jean-Baptiste Tavernier to describe the finest diamonds of the most exceptional colour and clarity which he encountered on his travels in India.”

That is not the only interesting thing about this 60 carat diamond. It hails from one of the world’s most famous mines, the Cullinan mine, near the town of the same name in South Africa. The mine is named after the man who engineered and built it, although the site itself was discovered by the Dutch-named Fabricius in 1890.

59.89ct brilliant cut cushion diamond

59.89ct brilliant cut cushion diamond

Diamond mining began there in 1903; by 1905 they had unearthed the largest ever diamond, weighing 3106 carats, from which two famous stones were cut: the Great Star of Africa and the Lesser Star of Africa. Cullinan died in 1936 but his mine continued to bring forth the biggest and most famous diamonds we know today (you may recall, for example, Wallace Chan’s recent masterwork, a necklace with a 104 carat D – colour Cullinan diamond).

Jeremy Morris acquired the unique diamond in its rough form in 2014, when it weighed 126,4 carats. Seeing the stone’s raw potential, Jeremy had no doubt that it would lend itself perfectly to a cushion cut and sent it to a top diamond cutter in New York.

Sketch

Sketch

After eight months of painstaking work the majestic 59.89 carat diamond was finally finished; it was sent back to the flagship boutique in London’s Bond Street, where work began on it again.  Jeremy Morris spent hours finalising the design for a bracelet in which the incredible diamond would feature as the central element.

The initial sketch alone took 300 hours, and another 100 hours were spent collecting perfect pink and white diamonds for the articulate petals, 10.62 carats in total.

David Morris bracelet 60 cts cushion cut diamond in the centre, pink and white diamonds on articulated petals

David Morris bracelet 60 cts cushion cut diamond in the centre, pink and white diamonds on articulated petals

Other diamonds of the same size and exhibiting similar characteristics to the Cullinan diamond found in this David Morris bracelet do exist, but they are extremely rare indeed. This delightful gem, which looks almost as if it were wrought from fire and glass, is the best decoration you could ask for in a piece of jewellery.

Winter fashion: Layering Necklaces and Sautoirs

continue reading

Jewellery Manifesto: Tracing Three Pivotal Decades with Pomellato Collezione 1967

With Collezione 1967, Pomellato is presenting its ‘Jewellery Manifesto’ through 75 pieces, each inspired by one of three revolutionary decades in its creative history: the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Let’s take a closer look at the Maison’s artistic signatures, reinvented for a new generation of high jewellery lovers… 

by Sarah Jordan

Pink City Style: The Best-Selling Reversible Jewels of Gyan Jaipur

I would like to tell you more about the brand, its origin story, design inspirations and its popular Jaipur and Yami collections

by Katerina Perez

Fabulous Futures: Le Vian Unveils its 2026 Jewellery Trends in Las Vegas

Here's a rundown of what was included this year…

by Sarah Jordan

Exceptional Splendour: Jaipur Gems Celebrates 50 Years with Abu Dhabi Opening and New High Jewels 

Let me take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of the new Abu Dhabi boutique and share some of my sparkling highlights

by Katerina Perez

Radiating Confidence: The Mother-Daughter Energy Behind Growing Brand Aponine

As one of this year’s Couture show debutants, Turkish brand Aponine impressed me with its blend of colourful creativity, timeless elegance, and stylish femininity. Let’s take a closer look…

by Katerina Perez

Sensual Silhouettes: Jewels with Curves in All the Right Places

Is it getting hot in here, or is it just us? As jewellers swap sharp lines for shapely swirls, we look at new collections that are embracing the raw power of sensuality inspired by the female form

by Rachael Taylor

Artistic Realms: The Enchanting Natural World of Histoire D’Elle

I had the pleasure of speaking with Pascale Van Maele, the Brand Manager of Histoire d'Elle, which celebrates the deep-rooted connection between quiet femininity, elegance and natural forms. Let's explore together…

by Sarah Jordan

Spinel Stories: Celebrating the Special Allure of Spinels with the House of Gübelin 

I visited the Geneva boutique of the family-owned business to indulge my passion for this overlooked gemstone and explore some of its beautiful creations…

by Katerina Perez

Golden Hour: Cosmic Creations in the Chanel Reach for the Stars High Jewellery Collection

The Reach for the Stars collection bounces between cosmic constellations of diamonds, elaborate, almost mythological neckwear, and starbursts of coloured stones, all with the Maison’s Parisian flair

by Sarah Jordan

Ultimate Guide to Promise Rings: What They Mean, How to Wear One and Where to Buy

While the promise ring's meaning has evolved, its emotional weight remains, making it especially popular among Gen Z and millennial couples seeking the perfect, personal pre-engagement jewel

by Claire Roberts

Exquisite Escapes: The Idyllic Inspirations Behind the Diorexquis High Jewellery Collection

In early May 2025, Dior Joaillerie's Artistic Director Victoire de Castellane showcased an unprecedented high jewellery collection, Diorexquis, to more than 300 VIPs at the Château de la Colle Noire in the heart of Provence. Let's take a closer look…

by Katerina Perez

Latest Stories

Add articles and images to your favourites. Just

Epic Evolution:Miseno Launches the Arco Collection to Celebrate a Fabulous Decade

I am pleased to present to you my highlights of the new Arco High Jewellery collection, which was formally showcased to the jewellery world at Couture from June 4-8, 2025

by Katerina Perez

Jewels Katerina Perez Loves

Continue Reading

In Conversation:Discussing Paraiba - The Legacy of a Color

with Vogue Singapore

by Katerina Perez

Jewellery Insights straight to your inbox

Style Guide

By using this website, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. View our Privacy Policy for more information.