(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — Le Vian, known for transforming nature’s rarest gems into unique masterpieces, is introducing its Watermelon Tourmaline High Jewelry Collection, a celebration of color, craftsmanship and couture.
Most tourmalines appear in a single shade of green or pink. In the rarest deposits, however, both hues occur together in one crystal, blending vivid green and fuchsia pink. When a gem cutter captures both colors in roughly equal proportions, gem connoisseurs call the result a watermelon tourmaline, because it resembles a slice of ripe summer fruit.
Found primarily in the remote mines of Brazil, watermelon tourmalines are exceptionally scarce. To preserve the natural balance of both colors, each gem must be individually assessed and cut. The emerald cut is often chosen to highlight the pink‑to‑green transition with geometric elegance.
Le Vian elevates this rarity into wearable high art. Each watermelon tourmaline is hand‑selected and masterfully set into a one‑of‑a‑kind Le Vian Couture creation, crafted in 18‑karat gold or platinum. The vivid colors are accented by Chocolate Diamonds, Vanilla Diamonds and Le Vian’s signature gold hues: Strawberry Gold, Honey Gold and Vanilla Gold, for a kaleidoscopic celebration of luxury and joy.
“Watermelon tourmaline is one of nature’s most joyful miracles,” said Eddie Le Vian, chief executive officer of Le Vian. “To find it, cut it perfectly and create a masterpiece around it. That is the magic of Le Vian Couture.”
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Highlight pieces include:
- The Leni: A 26.46‑carat watermelon tourmaline framed by Vanilla Diamonds in 18K Honey Gold
- Couture statement rings: Center stones of more than 10 carats showcase the gem’s duality of color
- Limited‑edition collector creations: Available exclusively at Le Vian trunk shows nationwide and the annual VVVIP Red Carpet Revue in Las Vegas
Watermelon tourmaline is also revered for its spiritual resonance, believed to promote emotional balance and heart‑centered energy, which adds personal meaning to each work of wearable art.
Because each piece is unique, the best opportunity to discover these creations is at a Le Vian trunk show or the ultra‑exclusive VVVIP event in Las Vegas.
Find your nearest event at https://www.levian.com/StoreLocator?p=freegift.
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