How Genevieve Schwartz is Showcasing Tourmaline as a Fresh Alternative to the Big Four
Today’s buyers are seeking jewellery that is distinctive and built to last, all without an extortionate price tag. The answer? Move beyond the traditional ‘big four’ gemstones – rubies, emeralds, diamonds, and sapphires – and turn to tourmalines, which are quickly emerging as the next major trend.
Tourmalines, a remarkably diverse group of gemstones, are prized for their wide spectrum of colours, each created by different trace elements during formation. Still relatively under-the-radar and more accessible than the big four, they offer a budget-friendly alternative without compromising on beauty or character.
Even without the premium price tags associated with other precious stones, tourmalines don’t sacrifice quality; they are entirely natural and, in many cases, more durable, scoring around 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, similar to emeralds but generally less prone to internal fractures. As consumers become more intentional and discerning in their purchases, tourmalines stand out as an appealing, original, and future-facing choice.
Genevieve Schwartz’s latest launch celebrates the natural beauty of bicolour tourmalines – the foundation of her brand and a constant source of inspiration. These new pieces explore the stones’ forms, colours, contrasts, and harmonies, featuring bold zigzag earrings, mini variations of iconic pieces, and six pendants in vivid green and pink hues. By working with these stones, each of her pieces is unique and cannot be exactly replicated.
Year after year, her work reaches a growing audience of discerning buyers seeking tourmaline jewellery, a testament to both the gemstone’s rising prominence and the stories her designs bring to life.
Founder and CEO, Genevieve Schwartz, said: “Clients now seek me out for my expertise in tourmaline jewellery. Earlier this year at the Goldsmiths’ Fair, many customers noted seeing tourmaline used more often. They are drawn to pieces with personality – bold, meaningful, and unique. My work resonates with those who want jewellery that feels unmistakably theirs, or a gift that couldn’t come from anywhere else.”
Cost: Pendants in solid 14ct yellow gold with gemstones start at £1,250.
Custom: Alongside her permanent collections, she creates custom pieces for private clients. Customers often travel far to browse her extensive selection of tourmalines to find a stone that resonates with them, from which she then crafts a unique, one-of-a-kind design.
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