Fabergé is pleased to feature in Sapphire, dedicated to the celebration of coloured gemstones, published by Thames & Hudson in association with Violette Editions and in partnership with Gemfields. In time for ‘Sapphire Month’, the much-anticipated Sapphire – which follows on from Emerald and Ruby – will complete a literary trifecta dedicated to the most revered coloured gemstones: emeralds, rubies and sapphires, often called “the big three”.
A decade in the making, this triptych of beautifully presented books – each with a jewel-coloured cover to set the tone – was written and researched by highly regarded author and gemmologist Joanna Hardy, who has over 30 years of experience with gemstones, working for the likes of De Beers, Phillips and Sotheby’s. Sapphire is a must-read for any gem-lover.
As a world-leading supplier of responsibly sourced coloured gemstones, Gemfields is passionate about this subject. Gemfields has accrued years of knowledge of coloured gemstones as the operator of both Kagem in Zambia, the world’s single largest emerald mine, and Montepuez Ruby Mining in Mozambique, the most significant ruby deposit discovered this century. This stunningly illustrated series of books presents the perfect platform for Gemfields to share its passion for these marvels of nature – and to disperse some of the myths and complexity that surround them by making coloured gemstones more accessible to everyone.
“Few things on our planet blend wonder, magic and mysticism quite like the ‘Holy Trinity’ of coloured gemstones. They chart the history, heritage and legacy of humankind across millennia in a unique and captivating manner. Ten minutes spent browsing the marvellous photos on these pages will cheer any soul. Gemfields is truly honoured to have played a small role in bringing these three works to life in a project that has now spanned almost a decade,” says Sean Gilbertson, Gemfields and Fabergé CEO.
This trio of titles represents perhaps the most comprehensive reference guide in existence to the big three coloured gemstones, a perfect resource for anyone wanting to research or better understand the unique allure which has captivated humankind for centuries. All three books are beautifully researched, written and photographed, and take a deep dive into the history and the spiritual and talismanic properties of each of these gems, as well as touching upon notable pieces of jewellery and the celebrity clientele that helped to maintain their iconic status as red-carpet favourites through the ages.
Sapphire: A Celebration of Colour will launch on 30 September 2021, alongside the second edition of Ruby and third iteration of Emerald – revised and expanded with stunning gemstone inclusions. Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire are each priced at GBP 85 / USD 125 from Thames & Hudson.
