Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Diamond Initiative
The Natural Diamond Council (NDC) and celebrated jewelry designer Lorraine Schwartz created the EDDI, a program that provides opportunities, removes barriers to entry and offers unparalleled access to industry education and resources to Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) jewelry designers. We are proud to present a collection of extraordinary pieces by six talented designers participating this year, including Casey Perez, Corey Anthony Jones (Gaudy Atelier), Halle Millien (Heart the Stones), Lana Ogilvie (Sabre Jewelry), Mckenzie Liautaud and Ruben Manuel.
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Coastal Ring in Prasiolite and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Ocean view
Design: Two large yet softly colored emerald-cut prasiolite stones are the simple stars in this ombre ring: translucent and shimmering, just like the ocean. Th...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Double Butterfly Ring
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Courage
Design: Four hand carved butterflies curve gently around emerald cut green quartz, giving the illusion that the butterflies are alighting from your hand.
Style S...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Quartz, Brass
$370 / item
18K Yellow Gold .62 Carat White Diamonds SI1 Trellis Dome Ring
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Revel in Difference
Design: The asymmetric placement of fancy cut diamonds in this liquid smooth dome ring elevate it above all others. Imagine the journey involved in s...
Category
2010s Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ellipsis Dome Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and White Diamonds
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Just what I was thinking
Design: This sleek dome ring features three inset, off-centered round diamonds in varying size because sometimes things are better left unsaid....
Category
2010s Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trio Ring in Green Quartz, Prasiolite, White Topaz and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Triad of color
Design: Our new Trio Ring harmonizes three tonal gemstones in shades of green. Vibrant green quartz transitions to a...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Quartz, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Signature Coral Ring in Smoky Quartz and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Talk of The Town
Design: The epitome of the expression "conversation piece", this smoky quartz ring draws immediate attention whenever it is worn. Inspired by the natural...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Signature Coral Ring in Pearl and Prasiolite and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Talk of The Town
Design: The epitome of the expression "conversation piece", this pearl and prasiolie ring draws immediate attention whenever it is worn. Inspired by the ...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Aura Ring in Round-Cut Rubellite and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Stack it on
Dorian's Find: The Aura ring in rubellite is one our juiciest vintage finds. The rich berry color complements the 18k yellow gold bea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Trio Ring in Amethyst, White Topaz and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Triad of color
Design: Our new Trio Ring shows off amethyst's variability from deep, rich purples to softer violets. To finish off the gradient, we chose a crisp white t...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Trellis Ring
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Command An Audience
Design: Fancy cut diamonds sparkle on this elegant ring. Each stone is showcased on its own, and come together to create a mosaic of shapes and shine....
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$7,495 / item
Signature Coral Ring in Emerald Quartz and Thai Gold Brass
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Talk of The Town
Design: The epitome of the expression "conversation piece", this green quartz ring draws immediate attention whenever it is worn. Inspired by the natural forms of coral, it isn't shy about reaching across the expanse of neighboring fingers to proffer its treasure to the world. Perhaps there is a lesson to be learned from the coral in fearlessly taking up space...
Style Suggestion: Wear when you need to be reminded that you are a treasure that deserves to be shared with the world. Particulars: thai gold...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Quartz, Brass
18K Yellow Gold, Amethyst, Lilac Sapphire and Diamond Band Ring
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Like a Boss
Design: A boss ring. Any questions?
Style Suggestion: Goes well with power poses and pre-meeting pep talks.
Category
2010s Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Butterfly Floating Ring in Green Quartz
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Courage
Design: Four hand carved butterflies curve gently around emerald cut green quartz, giving the illusion that the butterflies are alighting from your hand.
Style S...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Quartz, Brass
$595 / item
Aura Ring in Oval-Cut Rubellite and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Stack it on
Dorian's Find: This Aura ring in rubellite is another one of our charming vintage finds. Cheerful and warm, this 18k spectacle set...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$876 Sale Price
20% Off
Butterfly Floating Ring in Citrine
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Courage
Design: Four hand carved butterflies curve gently around emerald cut citrine, giving the illusion that the butterflies are soaring across your fingers
Style Sugg...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Citrine, Sterling Silver
$1,295 / item
Signature Coral Ring in Citrine and Sterling Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Talk of The Town
Design: The epitome of the expression "conversation piece", this citrine ring draws immediate attention whenever it is worn. Inspired by the natural form...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Double Butterfly Ring in Citrine
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Inner Strength
Design: A small and medium butterfly join in harmony to lift a sparkling emerald cut citrine. Small but mighty, they lift this gem with the power of their...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Natural Diamond Council x Lorraine Schwartz Emerging Designers Initiative Rings
Materials
Citrine, Sterling Silver
$595 / item
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Aquamarine, White Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
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