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Throughout history, rubies have been treasured as one of the most important precious stones. With their similarity to the redness of the blood many believed that rubies held the power of life. Their colour signifies the colour of wealth and success.
The desire for rubies is still as great today as it always has been. As a symbol of passion, a gift of rubies makes is an ideal romantic gesture.
The sapphire symbolizes nobility, truth, sincerity, and fidelity. Sapphires have been used to decorate robes worn in royal courts and for religious ceremonies for centuries.
It is a stone steeped in mysticism as kings and queens were convinced that blue sapphires protected their owners from envy and harm. Many cultures believed that sapphires had the power to guard chastity, make peace between enemies, influence spirits, and reveal the secrets of oracles.
The emerald is known as a symbol of truth and love. In ancient Greece and Rome, it was said to be the gemstone of the goddess Venus, purveyor of love and hope. Emeralds were also valued by the Incas and believed by the Egyptians to be a source of eternal life.
Natural yellow diamonds are extremely rare, with only one in every 10,000 carats mined being a natural fancy colour diamond.
Yellow is a colour that represents knowledge, intellect, and wisdom. It is a fun, uplifting colour that evokes a sense of cheerfulness and optimism. A yellow diamond symbolizes the beginning or continuation of a life of happiness and love.
Diamonds have a long history as beautiful objects of desire. It is a stone that captures light. The diamond, in its rarity and beauty, is a representation of purity and innocence, of love and fidelity, and embraces strength of character and; ethical behaviour to oneself and others.
In the gemstone world, there is a hierarchy. Certain jewels are more highly valued than others. For ages, they have been the preferred choice of those in power and are found in many treasured artefacts. Today, though still considered valuable, these gemstones are no longer the preserve of royalty.
At the House of Mahallati, our founder spent many years travelling the world to unravel the rich tapestry of mythology, art, and cultural significance that surround these gemstones. He chose to focus his rare fine jewellery making expertise on four key jewels. Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds.
Diamonds has been at the core of the House of Mahallati’s fine jewellery collections. No other stone captures the light quite the same way. Their rarity and beauty make them ideal as both a centrepiece and complement to other more colourful gems. They are a symbol of light and life in its purest form.
Besides being well-suited to modern fine jewellery designs, the deep lustrous colour of rubies has often been associated with wealth, nobility and passion. Also closely associated with life’s blood, these gems are believed to represent vitality and wellness. They are of deep spiritual value and are believed to protect against negative energy.
The fiery blue hues of sapphires have closely associated them with the heavens and their sense of divinity. Another magnificent gem that is a perfect foil against fine diamond jewellery, sapphires have long been considered symbols of wisdom and purity. Emeralds are another prized choice amongst fine jewellery brands thanks to their vibrant green colour. Viewed as symbols of life, love, and hope across various cultures, this gem is often chosen to mark new beginnings and relationships.
The House of Mahallati has chosen these gems as the cornerstone of their fine jewellery collections. No matter the occasion or emotion you wish to convey, you will certainly find that piece that sends the message you desire. Do visit any of our stores or contact us online to discover more.
