Choosing
a Diamond
Diamonds are found in many parts of the world, but South Africa
has produced some of the largest, best quality, and most famous
diamonds known to man... The Cullinan, Eureka, Star of Africa,
Niarchos...
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Tantalizing
Tanzanite
Tanzanite
is a unique gemstone discovered as recently as 1967 that is
found in only one place in the world - the small mining town
of Arutia situated at the foothills of Mount Kilamanjaro in
Tanzania...
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Exquisite
Jewels |
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Nestled
at the base of Table Mountain, in the historic Bo-Kaap, is
one of her best kept secrets - Jewel Africa. A true African
gem, Jewel Africa is a world-class interactive shopping destination
that offers exclusive jewellery tours, an extensive range
of world-class product, individual attention from a master
diamond cutter and attentive staff with a wealth of fine jewellery
knowledge. Every aspect of your time spent at Jewel Africa
will be underpinned by quality, expert service and cutting
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Established
in 1999, Jewel Africa’s large diamond and fine jewellery
manufacturing outlet and superb showroom is a world-class
experiential shopping destination for tourists eager to learn
about South Africa’s rich mineral wealth, as they browse
our hand made fine gold and platinum jewellery and wander
through our African Emporium offering a full range of authentic
African lifestyle products. |
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spectacular and spacious Jewel Africa showroom carries a vast
range of top-quality loose diamonds, tanzanite and gemstones;
as well as cutting edge fine jewellery in gold, white gold
and platinum. The showroom recently underwent a world-class
revamp, making shopping and browsing sheer retail pleasure!
At any one time there are over 3000 pieces of stunning hand
made jewellery available at Jewel African; if however you
prefer custom-made or bespoke pieces then our jewellers, who’re
constantly on site, can willingly produce individualised pieces
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With
every jewellery purchase, Jewel Africa provides an insurance
appraisal verifying the insurance value of the piece bought.
In addition, most loose diamonds and tanzanite come with their
own certificate, stating all relevant grades of quality. Jewel
Africa is your opportunity to experience South Africa’s
rich mineral wealth and purchase spectacular jewellery in
a world-class yet relaxed, friendly, and inviting environment;
we look forward to meeting and helping you. |
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Diamonds
Diamonds
are found in many parts of the world, but South Africa has
produced some of the largest, best quality, and most famous
diamonds known to man… The Cullinan, Eureka, Star of
South Africa, Niarchos, Premier Rose, Taylor-Burton, Tiffany,
De Beers Millenium Star, and Jubilee are but a few...
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Tanzanite
Tanzanite
is a unique gemstone discovered as recently as 1967 that is
found in only one place in the world – the small mining
town of Arutia situated at the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro
in Tanzania. This vibrant gemstone is 1000 times more rare
than diamond and displays exquisite hues of vibrant blue...
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Gold
As
to be expected, we specialise in only the finest hand made
gold jewellery at Jewel
Africa – in fact as much as 70% of the jewellery in
the store is hand made on the premises. Many of the largest
gold mines in the world are found in South Africa, and gold
has symbolised power and wealth since antiquity.
Quite apart from being used in jewellery, much of the worlds
gold supplies are stored in bullion vaults around the globe.
Great value has been attached to gold over the millennia -
over 200 pounds of gold was found in the tomb of Tutankhamen.
Gold is said to increase the wearer’s self-confidence
and this precious metal is also associated with love and faithfulness,
the epitome of a perfect gift. It is believed that gold increases
the healing properties of all stones, which is why gemstones
set with gold have a very special energy.
Platinum
Nothing
sets off a diamond, or any precious stone for that matter,
like platinum. Its pure white brilliant lustre, its rarity,
elegant beauty and unmatched strength ensure your diamond
is truly “forever”. Probably because of this there
has been a global trend towards platinum jewellery in recent
years.
Platinum is 30 times more rare than gold… a coveted
treasure that is found in only a few places around the world,
with 75% of it coming from South Africa. This exquisite metal
is rare, distinctive and timeless and it takes ten tonnes
of ore to mine one single ounce! It is estimated that if all
the platinum ever mined were poured into an Olympic swimming
pool, it would scarcely cover your ankles!
Most platinum is 95% pure, which means it’s hypoallergenic
and great for sensitive skins, as well as incredibly resistant
to tarnish. All platinum jewellery carries a hallmark applied
by the assay office, your guarantee of quality, and in SA
common designations for marking platinum jewellery are Plat,
Plat 950, Pt or Pt 950, all of which denote 95% platinum purity.
Platinum is a naturally white metal, unlike white gold that
is artificially coloured by adding other metals. It is also
denser than gold, and technically no other metal can compare
for strength. Platinum requires a higher level of craftsmanship,
as the techniques for working gold jewellery simply cannot
be applied to platinum. It takes great skill to work with
it, however its unique properties enable the skilled craftsman
to create innovative and original designs.
Platinum’s origins in history go back nearly 2000 years
to the pre-Columbian Indian civilisations of South America.
Modern tradition begins with the European court jewellers
of the 18th century, Edwardian era and Art Deco period. And
the modern age of platinum has a proud heritage in the likes
of Cartier, Tiffany, Fabergé, Van Cleef and Arpels,
Buccellati and other premium brands; as well as gracing the
Crown Jewels of the Kings of England, Tsars of Russia, Emperors
of Japan and the Duchess of Windsor.
Over time, a special relationship has developed between platinum
and diamonds. The beautiful white metal reflects and enhances
the natural colour of diamonds; and together with its rarity,
purity and strength has made platinum the choice for engagement
rings and bridal jewellery.
But it doesn’t end there – currently the fashion
runways of the world are inspiring a passion for platinum.
Its silver white lustre and irresistible appeal along with
its rarity mean that platinum is fast becoming a firm fashion
favourite for trendsetters - borne out by the large number
of top celebs and red carpet winners dripping in diamond jewels
mounted in platinum.
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