Core Còlièr by Paloma Sanchez is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2023 A' Design Award d'Argent in Joiòs Competition Category.

ArgentJoiòs· 2023

Core Còlièr

by Paloma Sanchez

Client: Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry

A' Design Award d'Argent Winner in Joiòs Category

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The Design

About Core Còlièr

Core es un còlièr unic, fach a la man, amb dos especimens de silici dels Alps Suïssas que contenon un còr de safir roge natural de Sri Lanka. Lo disseny presenta d'accents d'aur de 18 quirats amb aparéncia fonduda e una cadena d'aur de 18 quirats. Lo safir roge de talha rodonda brillanta de 2.5 quirats servís de pèça centrala del còlièr, talhant un espaci per el meteis entre los dos especimens de silici coma se la gemma fraccava la tèrra per veire la lutz. Lo disseny captura eficaçament l'esséncia de la genèsi de las pèiras preciosas d'una manièra visualament captivanta.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award d'Argent

Core Còlièr a ganhat la distincion A' Design Award d'Argent, una reconeissença extraordinàriament prestigiosa acordada a de designs d'ort de gamma, esplendids e impressionants. Los ganhaires de l'Argent son d'òbras terriblament brilhantas e extrèmament creativas que illustran l'experiéncia, lo talent e la finessa excepcionals de lors designers. S'espèra que Core Còlièr siá una òbra meravilhosa e de referéncia, notablament professionala e prigondament innovanta. Aqueste design ganhaire de la distincion A' Design Award d'Argent es una invencion fòrça notabla e admirada, que fa un ben e fa avançar las frontièras de l'art, de la sciéncia, del design e de la tecnologia. Core Còlièr es una creacion immensament envejada que desrevelha de desirs, aduch de sentiments positius e fa néisser l'estonament e l'esmaiment.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: a Handmade one-of-a-kind necklace two silicon specimens holding a pink sapphire core. The design features 18kt "melted" gold accents and 18kt gold chain.
Dimensions & Packaging: dimensions: h:4cm x w:3cm x t: 1cm
materials: gold: g. round brilliant cut Pink Sapphire: 2.5cts. 100% Silicon (Si) specimens:
Tags: Jewelry, Sapphire, Silicon, Art, Gold, One of a Kind, Handmade,
Production Technology: The necklace has been handmade using a wax casting technique. The minerals have not been subjected to any color or clarity-enhancing treatment.
The materials are: 18kt gold, pure silicon specimens, and a natural Sri Lankan Pink Sapphire.
Inspiration: Core draws inspiration from the remarkable process by which gemstones are formed. The intense pressure and heat these natural elements undergo give birth to the stunning treasures that captivate our senses. It is this very process that serves as the foundation for the necklace's design.

The centerpiece of the necklace is a breathtaking 2.5cts natural Sri Lankan pink sapphire, which represents the pinnacle of natural beauty that results from this process. This gemstone, like all precious gems, is a true marvel to behold, having slowly grown over time into a coveted treasure that nature offers us.

Complementing this beautiful sapphire are two Silicon specimens representing the earth's crust, from which these gems are born. These specimens were carefully selected for their dark color and rough texture, being a stark contrast to the bright pink and smooth faceting of the sapphire.

Together, these elements create a truly exceptional piece of jewelry that celebrates the remarkable process by which gemstones are formed. The necklace serves as a timeless reminder of the beauty and wonder of the natural world, a treasure to be cherished and admired for years to come.
Project Duration: The project started in 2019 in Switzerland, where I found the two silicon Specimens, later on, in Sri Lanka, I found the pink sapphire, and they all remained in my locker. In 2021, I came up with the design after a conversation with my precious son, who suffers from Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD) level 1, and sometimes feels trapped in his body.
The piece was finished by June 2021.
Operation Flow: The necklace is worn with a detachable gold chain. the locking mechanism allows for the length to be adjusted manually.
Team Members: Paloma Sanchez
Image Credits: Image #1: Creator Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, Core, 2021.
Image #2: Creator Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, Core back, 2021.
Image #3: Creator Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, Core model 1, 2021.
Image #4: Creator Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, Core model 2, 2021.
Video Credits: Creator Paloma Sanchez The Art of Jewelry, Core, 2021.