SimplyAbuDhabi XLIV

A n ultra-rare 342-carat diamond provides the stones for the most precious jewellery set ever produced by Chopard. The story of this stone is a journey. A journey through what makes Chopard so very singular and special, its artistic vivacity and technical virtuosity. It conveys the importance the Maison attaches to mastering all stages governing the creation of a piece of jewellery. At the helm of these endeavours, Caroline Scheufele has con- sistently provided the impetus designed to guide Chopard towards pursuing excellence and exploring new territory. It is she that has followed the adventures of this extraordinary diamond step by step in the quest to ensure its lasting destiny. The discovery of The Queen of Kalahari, this stone of perfect colour and absolute purity, has given rise to a set of 23 diamonds – The Garden of Kalahari – of which five weigh over 20 carats. Drawing upon the virtuosity cultivated in the field of artistic craft that has forged Chopard’s reputation, six fabulous pieces of jewellery have emerged from the High Jewellery workshops of the Maison. As a pioneer of sustainable development in jewellery, Caroline Scheufele actively encour- aged the Karowe mine to join the growing number of Chopard’s suppliers - covering gold, coloured gemstones and diamonds - to engage with Eco-Age’s independent Green Carpet Challenge validation criteria, which mirrors best international practices in environ- mental and social justice. Simply Abu Dhabi | 53