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The Illustrious History of Blue Diamonds
Diamonds displaying a blue coloration have fascinated cultures throughout history. Legends tell of India’s fabled blue diamonds gifted to foreign rulers and sultans. In the 17th century, France’s King Louis XIV was said to own the legendary Hope Diamond, one of the most famous blues. It wasn’t until the 20th century that significant sources of blue diamonds were discovered in South Africa. Today, they remain exceptionally scarce, prized for their vibrant saturation and value.
Our Expertise in Setting Rares Blues
Rares Blues
Our master goldsmiths are renowned for their skill in crafting customized settings to exquisitely frame these rare gems. We offer various prong styles in platinum or 18K white/yellow gold. Halos of tiny diamonds provide added brilliance. Earrings, pendants and bracelets crafted to coordinate. Schedule your private showing to discuss designs highlighting your blue’s one-of-a-kind personality!
Bespoke Design Services
While we’re proud of our in-house collections, our true specialty lies in custom creations. Each client and their partner’s preferences are unique, so our approach focuses on collaborative design.
A private consultation is the first step. Over tea, we gain insight into your vision, lifestyle and what makes your relationship meaningful. Sketching follows as your blue is examined under magnification alongside potential accents. Technology also aids the process, allowing us to “build” concepts in 3D.
Once agreed upon, master modellers utilize advanced CAD/CAM technology to precisely sculpt wax models. These are refined, cast and polished to a high gloss finish. Quality testing ensures structural integrity and perfect fit.
Attention shifts to setting the rare blue, a nuanced procedure involving secured yet delicate prongs. Each is then finished by polishing the heads down for an elegant continuity.
Prior to delivery, our gemologists and team of artisans proudly inspect the final one-of-a-kind piece. Engravings, gift boxes and insurance paperwork complete the experience.
A lifetime of care and services also come with your Barkevs creation. From re-sizing to maintenance checks, our family is here for all your jewelry needs for generations to come.
Heirloom Quality Rings for a Lifetime
While other fancy colored diamonds fluctuate, blues almost always rise in price as they disappear from the earth. A handcrafted Barkevs blue diamond engagement rings are therefore a sound cultured gemstone investment and family heirloomPassed down with pride for generations.
A Gallery of Stunning Blues
Allow me to highlight some showstopping pieces:
The Midnight is a 2 carat deep blue with ideal cut and vivid saturation. Paired with a Romanic milgrain setting in blackened platinum, it exudes understated luxury.
Our Star of the Sea pendant features a 1.5 carat cushion with a trillion cut halo. The gradating lighter to deep tones bring the ocean’s ebb and flow to mind.
The Skyfall ring showcases a trilogy of round step cuts in a pave shank, the gradient blues resembling a clear dawn sky.
For a lighter affinity, the Ice Queen is a classic princess with a 3 carat fancy light blue solitaire radiating icy fire.
Each collection piece is one-of-one, never to be replicated. They make marvelous heirlooms for coming generations to treasure. I invite you to visit to view these and other dazzling rarities in person. Let me know how I can make your appointment consultation both informative and enjoyable.
Selecting the Perfect Shade
One of the most exciting parts of the process is working with our gemologists to view various blue diamonds under magnification. Magnified 30x, even the slightest nuance in hue is revealed. We carefully consider each blue’s tone, brightness and overall harmony. Your complexion, style and taste also factor into choosing the most flattering shade.
Some prefer a light icy blue for its clarity and versatility. Medium bright blues emulate Caribbean waters or a bright spring sky. Deeper tones evoke the midnight sea yet retain vivid saturation. Our collection includes an array from softly luminous to almost midnight navy. Trust our experts to select options best suited to your individuality.
Custom-Crafting an Eternal setting
Now the creative journey begins! Our expert artisans are ready to design a one-of-a-kind ring that timelessly frames your rare blue. We’ll work with you on preferred metal, prong style and any desired accents. Platinum flat prongs can make a larger stone appear haloed, while petite diamonds subtly uplift along curved cathedral prongs. A bead or knife edged channel setting also flatters.
For an art deco feel, a bead set band pairs beautifully. We’ve also crafted settings with intricate milgrain or engraving that catch the light like woven silk. Diamonds lining the shank add whimsy. A diamond halo or shoulders evoke Old World romance. Your blue takes center with timeless elegance or makes a graphic dramatic statement. After sketching concepts, your ring will be cast, finished and polished to extraordinary perfection.
A Legacy of Artisanship
For over 50 years, Barkevs has crafted extraordinary fine jewelry in limited collections. Our atelier carries on traditional techniques with modern innovation. Master goldsmiths and gemologists helm our workrooms, imparting generations of expertise.
Our commitment to excellence begins with strict sourcing. Only the rarest blues mined from trusted partners are considered. Each is meticulously examined to ensure the highest color, clarity and cut. Only 1 in 100 candidates makes our exclusive collections.
