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JUDE AKKAD
JUDE AKKAD
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A continuing archive of jewellery designed by my mother and me, developed through drawing and stone selection. Drawing on heirloom forms, geometry and repetition, the work considers how jewellery carries memory across time.
01
A heart-link necklace centered by an elaborate diamond bow, its ribbons unraveling into suspended drops. Diamonds 8 ct total; 18K white gold
02
Articulated diamond necklace with stepped geometric front Diamonds 3 ct total; 18K white gold
03
A continuous line of red rubies crossed by a repeating diamond lattice, forming a graphic collar of color and light. Ruby 5 ct total; diamonds 3.5 ct; 18K white fold
04
Alternating articulated links and circular diamond stations converge on a larger central medallion. Diamonds 5 ct; 18K white gold.
05
A slender line bracelet set with a continuous row of deep red stones. Its restrained construction reduces the traditional tennis bracelet to a single uninterrupted band of colour, designed to sit closely against the wrist. Rubies 2.0 ct; 18K white gold
06
A mirrored pair of sculptural scrolls forms the centre of the bracelet, combining channel-set baguette diamonds with clustered brilliant-cut accents. The opposing curves meet in a symmetrical composition, balancing architectural structure with the movement and ornament of an inherited jewellery form. Diamonds 4 ct; 18K white gold.
07
A fine diamond bracelet centred on a circular pavé-set medallion, with smaller diamond stations articulated along the chain. The repeated round forms give the piece a quiet symmetry, with the geometry of an older heirloom style. Diamonds 0.8 ct; 18K white gold
08
A pair of linear earrings set with alternating red gemstones and brilliant-cut diamonds. The narrow vertical construction turns repetition into the central motif, with colour punctuating an otherwise highly ordered form. Rubies 0.8 ct; Diamonds 0.4 ct; 18K white gold
09
A pair of diamond earrings built around a curved, almost paisley-like form. Graduated pavé and brilliant-cut diamonds follow the movement of the silhouette, creating a piece that feels ornamental without being conventionally floral. Diamonds 3.0 ct; 18K white gold
10
Oval diamond studs framed by a closely set halo of smaller brilliant-cut diamonds. A compact interpretation of the traditional cluster setting, designed around proportion, repetition and concentrated light. Diamonds1.5 ct total; 18K white gold
11
A pair of sculptural earrings formed from delicate botanical branches, with individually articulated leaves creating an organic, asymmetrical silhouette. The naturalistic detailing contrasts with the restrained scale of the design, turning a familiar botanical form into a small study of texture and movement.
12
A pair of natural baroque pearl drops set beneath vivid blue gemstones. The clean geometry of the upper stones is offset by the organic contours of the pearls, giving each earring a slightly different silhouette. Aquamarines 0.7 ct; Natural baroque pearls; 18K white gold
13
Natural baroque pearls suspended beneath small yellow gemstones, allowing the irregularity of each pearl to contrast with the precision of the faceted stone above. A simple study in colour, texture and asymmetry. Green garnet 0.6 ct; Natural baroque pearls; 18K white gold
14
A sculptural dragonfly with luminous pale mother of pearl wings above diamond-set lower wings and a polished elongated body. Diamonds 0.80 ct; 18K white gold
15
Alternating ruby and diamond geometry forming a compact articulated-looking band. Rubies 1.2 ct total; diamonds 0.60 ct; 18K white gold.
16
Interlocking sweeps of baguette and round diamonds forming an asymmetric spiral. Diamonds 2.5 ct; 18K white gold
17
Five carot total substantial square-cut diamonds held in a clean architectural setting.
18
Bezel-set central diamond encircled by a broad pavé halo with small shoulder accents. Diamonds center 0.50 ct; total diamonds 1.2 ct; 18K white gold
19
Dark Tahitian-style pearl enclosed by an asymmetric climbing branch of diamond-set leaves. Pearl 12 mm; diamonds 0.15 ct; 18K white gold
20
Emerald-cut green centre framed by baguettes, black accents and pavé in a strongly Deco construction. One of the strongest designs here. Emerald 1.5 ct; diamonds approx. 0.8 ct; sapphire 1 ct; 18K white gold
21
An oval-cut aquamarine of approximately 4 carats, framed by approximately 1 carat of brilliant-cut diamonds. The cool blue centre stone is set against a precise diamond halo, giving the ring a strong, almost architectural symmetry while retaining the character of a traditional heirloom setting. aquamarine 4 carats; diamonds 1 ct; 18K white gold
22
Turquoise surrounded by a delicate scalloped diamond halo on a restrained band. Diamonds 0.35 ct
23
Emerald-cut centre enclosed within a square diamond frame, punctuated by bezel-set stones on either side. Diamonds center 0.70 ct; total diamonds 1.3 ct
24
A compact geometric pendant composed around a square framework of diamonds and repeated internal divisions. The design treats the setting almost as a miniature architectural plan, using symmetry and negative space to structure the surface. Diamonds 0.8 ct; 18K white gold
25
A vertically constructed pendant formed from a sequence of geometric diamond-set elements, terminating in an oval blue gemstone. The elongated composition emphasises line and suspension, with the blue topaz acting as a single point of colour. Blue topaz approx. 4.5 ct; Diamonds approx. 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
26
A curved, leaf-like pendant articulated through openwork and contrasting stones. Its asymmetrical form follows the movement of a botanical motif without reproducing it literally, balancing ornament with negative space. Diamonds 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
27
An oval turquoise centre framed by concentric detailing and a diamond-set border. The pendant draws on the proportions of traditional amulets and medallions, reworked through a more graphic, compact setting. Turquoise 5.0 ct; diamonds 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
28
A clustered pendant of amethyst, topaz and diamonds, arranged in an irregular, almost geological formation. Rather than centring a single stone, the composition builds through shifts in colour, scale and density, creating a deliberately asymmetric form. Amethyst and topaz approx. 3.5 ct; Diamonds approx. 0.4 ct; 18K white gold
29
A sculptural pendant centred on a deep blue sapphire, framed by interlocking forms in 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold. The contrast between the two metals emphasises the rounded geometry of the setting, while the sapphire anchors the composition with a dark, concentrated point of colour. Sapphire; 18K white gold; 18K yellow gold.
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A heart-link necklace centered by an elaborate diamond bow, its ribbons unraveling into suspended drops. Diamonds 8 ct total; 18K white gold
01
A heart-link necklace centered by an elaborate diamond bow, its ribbons unraveling into suspended drops. Diamonds 8 ct total; 18K white gold
02
Articulated diamond necklace with stepped geometric front Diamonds 3 ct total; 18K white gold
03
A continuous line of red rubies crossed by a repeating diamond lattice, forming a graphic collar of color and light. Ruby 5 ct total; diamonds 3.5 ct; 18K white fold
04
Alternating articulated links and circular diamond stations converge on a larger central medallion. Diamonds 5 ct; 18K white gold.
05
A slender line bracelet set with a continuous row of deep red stones. Its restrained construction reduces the traditional tennis bracelet to a single uninterrupted band of colour, designed to sit closely against the wrist. Rubies 2.0 ct; 18K white gold
06
A mirrored pair of sculptural scrolls forms the centre of the bracelet, combining channel-set baguette diamonds with clustered brilliant-cut accents. The opposing curves meet in a symmetrical composition, balancing architectural structure with the movement and ornament of an inherited jewellery form. Diamonds 4 ct; 18K white gold.
07
A fine diamond bracelet centred on a circular pavé-set medallion, with smaller diamond stations articulated along the chain. The repeated round forms give the piece a quiet symmetry, with the geometry of an older heirloom style. Diamonds 0.8 ct; 18K white gold
08
A pair of linear earrings set with alternating red gemstones and brilliant-cut diamonds. The narrow vertical construction turns repetition into the central motif, with colour punctuating an otherwise highly ordered form. Rubies 0.8 ct; Diamonds 0.4 ct; 18K white gold
09
A pair of diamond earrings built around a curved, almost paisley-like form. Graduated pavé and brilliant-cut diamonds follow the movement of the silhouette, creating a piece that feels ornamental without being conventionally floral. Diamonds 3.0 ct; 18K white gold
10
Oval diamond studs framed by a closely set halo of smaller brilliant-cut diamonds. A compact interpretation of the traditional cluster setting, designed around proportion, repetition and concentrated light. Diamonds1.5 ct total; 18K white gold
11
A pair of sculptural earrings formed from delicate botanical branches, with individually articulated leaves creating an organic, asymmetrical silhouette. The naturalistic detailing contrasts with the restrained scale of the design, turning a familiar botanical form into a small study of texture and movement.
12
A pair of natural baroque pearl drops set beneath vivid blue gemstones. The clean geometry of the upper stones is offset by the organic contours of the pearls, giving each earring a slightly different silhouette. Aquamarines 0.7 ct; Natural baroque pearls; 18K white gold
13
Natural baroque pearls suspended beneath small yellow gemstones, allowing the irregularity of each pearl to contrast with the precision of the faceted stone above. A simple study in colour, texture and asymmetry. Green garnet 0.6 ct; Natural baroque pearls; 18K white gold
14
A sculptural dragonfly with luminous pale mother of pearl wings above diamond-set lower wings and a polished elongated body. Diamonds 0.80 ct; 18K white gold
15
Alternating ruby and diamond geometry forming a compact articulated-looking band. Rubies 1.2 ct total; diamonds 0.60 ct; 18K white gold.
16
Interlocking sweeps of baguette and round diamonds forming an asymmetric spiral. Diamonds 2.5 ct; 18K white gold
17
Five carot total substantial square-cut diamonds held in a clean architectural setting.
18
Bezel-set central diamond encircled by a broad pavé halo with small shoulder accents. Diamonds center 0.50 ct; total diamonds 1.2 ct; 18K white gold
19
Dark Tahitian-style pearl enclosed by an asymmetric climbing branch of diamond-set leaves. Pearl 12 mm; diamonds 0.15 ct; 18K white gold
20
Emerald-cut green centre framed by baguettes, black accents and pavé in a strongly Deco construction. One of the strongest designs here. Emerald 1.5 ct; diamonds approx. 0.8 ct; sapphire 1 ct; 18K white gold
21
An oval-cut aquamarine of approximately 4 carats, framed by approximately 1 carat of brilliant-cut diamonds. The cool blue centre stone is set against a precise diamond halo, giving the ring a strong, almost architectural symmetry while retaining the character of a traditional heirloom setting. aquamarine 4 carats; diamonds 1 ct; 18K white gold
22
Turquoise surrounded by a delicate scalloped diamond halo on a restrained band. Diamonds 0.35 ct
23
Emerald-cut centre enclosed within a square diamond frame, punctuated by bezel-set stones on either side. Diamonds center 0.70 ct; total diamonds 1.3 ct
24
A compact geometric pendant composed around a square framework of diamonds and repeated internal divisions. The design treats the setting almost as a miniature architectural plan, using symmetry and negative space to structure the surface. Diamonds 0.8 ct; 18K white gold
25
A vertically constructed pendant formed from a sequence of geometric diamond-set elements, terminating in an oval blue gemstone. The elongated composition emphasises line and suspension, with the blue topaz acting as a single point of colour. Blue topaz approx. 4.5 ct; Diamonds approx. 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
26
A curved, leaf-like pendant articulated through openwork and contrasting stones. Its asymmetrical form follows the movement of a botanical motif without reproducing it literally, balancing ornament with negative space. Diamonds 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
27
An oval turquoise centre framed by concentric detailing and a diamond-set border. The pendant draws on the proportions of traditional amulets and medallions, reworked through a more graphic, compact setting. Turquoise 5.0 ct; diamonds 0.5 ct; 18K white gold
28
A clustered pendant of amethyst, topaz and diamonds, arranged in an irregular, almost geological formation. Rather than centring a single stone, the composition builds through shifts in colour, scale and density, creating a deliberately asymmetric form. Amethyst and topaz approx. 3.5 ct; Diamonds approx. 0.4 ct; 18K white gold
29
A sculptural pendant centred on a deep blue sapphire, framed by interlocking forms in 18K white gold and 18K yellow gold. The contrast between the two metals emphasises the rounded geometry of the setting, while the sapphire anchors the composition with a dark, concentrated point of colour. Sapphire; 18K white gold; 18K yellow gold.
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