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Constantin Torroni

My passion for jewellery comes from my family, gemstone dealers for six generations. I had the luck to follow this path by obtaining my GIA diploma in New York. I look forward to continuing this wonderful legacy.

The Jewellery Museums Tour

The holiday season is here! You are probably preparing some visits you will make in regard to your selected destination. If you are passionate about jewellery, you might be interested to discover some of the most beautiful collections available to the public.…

The Kimberley Process

Have you seen the movie Blood Diamond? If not, here is a short summary to refresh your memory. During the civil war of the late 90’s in Sierra Leone, Leonard DiCaprio (aka Danny Archer) meets a miner who has managed…

History of Diamond Cutting

The word diamond comes from the ancient Greek “adamas” which means indomitable. Its incredible properties of hardness gave it this name. It is the hardest mineral in the world (10 on the Mohs scale for scratches)! So, you are probably wondering: how…

Jewellery as a Gift

Gifts have always been an incredible way to cherish our loved ones. This age-old tradition is deeply anchored in our society, and it has an important role all along the special events that mark our lives. Whether it is for…