Diamond luminary, Fran Goldstein has just launched a global database of ’special’ diamond cuts, with an almost comprehensive listing of what is happening around the world with reference to what she calls ‘Designer Diamonds’ – differentiated special cuts - based on the hearts/arrows (8 and 10) pattern; multi-faceted modified rounds; special fancy shapes; composite cuts; cuts highlighting color; and those that offer certification for the source of the rough diamonds.
Allied Diamonds‘ own Lambda & Theta - both approved derivations of the Taruhiro Tamura’s original Japanese eightstar concept, are absent from her list. These diamonds are only available through exclusive ‘Allied Alliance‘ retailers like the flamboyant Rock Hard Designs. Designer-Proprietor ‘Rocky’ (above) aims to match each of these characterful diamonds to its rightful owner, creating a new concept in couture diamonds.
April 2nd, 2007 at 4:55 pm
Great post!!
I blogged on it at http://www.diamondvues.com and gave you all the credit.
I truly enjoy your postings (I know I have said this before..).
Real quality stuff!
Kindest,
May 1st, 2007 at 8:38 pm
Hi - Please check again - this has been online for quite a while. Fran
Theta and Lambda
What are Theta & Lambda? The brave new world of couture diamonds. The Theta/Lambda program springs from the realization that luxury has more to do with emotions than products. A connoisseur’s range of Lambda and Theta diamonds requires a step-change in the way retailers work. More like bespoke tailoring than jewelry-selling. The Theta diamond is cut for purity and brilliance; the Lambda diamond is tailor-made for scintillation. PhD research by Janus provides support for selling the ultimate in personalized luxury experiences.
contact details: http://www.janusthinking.com
May 7th, 2007 at 5:45 pm
Heh, sorry Fran for missing the entry.
Yours in diamonds ;-))
Tim
(Site Editor)