I have been working with an amazingly uncommon gemstone called Paraiba lately. This stone, a form of tourmaline, is the rarest in the world and it is not hard to see why.
Paraiba comes in eye catching hues such as neon blue, turquoise, blue green and even hot pink. This lovely gem takes its name from the northeastern state of Paraiba in Brazil, where Paraiba is mostly found. Discovered in the 1980's, this wonderful gem has just now made a splash in the world of fine jewelry, and I've fallen in love with it all over again. Just look at this fantastic ring below, completely inspired by the cabochon cut Paraiba I found. Isn't is perfect?



As you can see, the Paraiba has a natural neon glow that seems to shine from within the gemstone. This glow is attributed to the presence of the element copper. But copper is not the only metal in Paraiba. The German Foundation for Gemstone Research has also found traces of gold in this stone. It is the presence of these, and other elements that bring us the different colors of Paraiba found in nature.



But let's get back to my ring. Because Paraiba is very fragmented, it is very rare to find a solitaire this size and quality, and a cabochon cut one to boot. When I received it I was so excited I planed out many designs. I thought first of a pendant or to even include it in one of my tiaras, but soon enough, after much deliberation, I decided that it belonged in one of my signature statement rings, where it could easily be admired with every gesture of an elegant woman.



As far as the remaining details go, I opted for diamonds, of course, since they are everyone's favorite, and because they always add a touch of sophistication making this ring a bit more polished that it would without them. The diamonds are all set in a beautiful design inspired by my signature tiaras. To finish my creation, I set the entire thing in 18kt white gold to complement the beautiful blues, and also to make these precious gems stand out and sparkle and shine even more.



Like always, I also want to share with you some of the magical qualities of this gem. Paraiba is considered, along with the opal, as one of the gemstones of Libras and Scorpios. It is said to exhibit piezoelectricity, which just means that the Paraiba can become electrically charged when warmed up, having all kinds of effects on the wearer, one of which is the cleansing away of all evil. Another attribute of the Paraiba is that it helps guard against misfortune and danger, as well as having a positive influence on friendship and love.



Paraiba is both prized for its beauty and for its rarity. This magnificent gemstone, along with its healing and magical attributes, is gorgeous enough to be my sole inspiration. When I created this lovely ring, I took everything about this stone in consideration, as well as the profile of the Daniella Kronfle woman. Hope you love it just as much as I do.


Love Always
Dani K

Even though it's not really a gemstone (chemically it is similar to the pearl), coral is the "stone" of the sea. It is also one of the most ancient gems, having been used since prehistoric times. Coral ornaments have been unearthed in tombs dating from 500BC. Ancient Chinese cultures used them to signify wealth and power, and oftentimes the emperors wore red coral in their belts and headdresses. In Ancient Rome, it was a custom to hang red coral from the necks of children to protect them from harm. This is how we get to the coral jewelry we wear today.
Coral comes in a ranges of colors, with red and pink being some of the most popular for jewelry designs. The two pieces I'm showing today illustrate this last point.  The earrings are very much pink while the ring is very much orange. It is usually cut into bead or cabochons for use in the jewelry design trade, and its organic characteristics inspire what some call a natural or even summery look.




Although coral has been historically used by many cultures for it's healing properties, it is still used today for the same purposes. It is said to help keep harmony, relieve tension and reduce fear. These are all very good reasons to wear coral jewelry year round, but I love coral because it has, from a design viewpoint, a lot of versatility. Coral can appear, depending on the design of the piece, exotic, elegant, natural, earthy classic or ethnic. In the earrings below, you can clearly see that this is an elegant and timeless piece, with the coral adding a splash of modern color and texture.





If you prefer smaller pieces or are still afraid to wear a lot of color, the ring below is an option so you can at least have some coral in your jewelry box. The coral ties in perfectly with the theme, looking very natural and earthy, without loosing that touch of femininity. The diamonds take this piece from day to night in a flash, making this a very versatile ring.

All three of these rings are hand-crafted by the world's best artisans, as are all of my pieces, to have the best possible finish and fit.  The gems are hand selected by me from the best sources to bring you a ring f the upmost quality.  The only problem is which one to choose! Maybe all of them? 






The tiger's eye version also gets a touch of the unexpected with the addition of pink sapphires and rose gold.  Working with rose gold is a dream because it brings a difference richness to my pieces.  There are even certain color combos that I would have never even used had I not had the rose gold to work with. This is the case with the ring above, which I designed with the idea of these three beautiful materials in mind. Love it!




The black onyx and white diamonds in yellow gold is the classic.  This ring set the standard for the Sebrine and the rest is history. I have worn it on several occasions and people are literally ripping it off my finger. After all these years I have learned not to be too attached to them because at any moment it could just be snatched by one of my clients.  Yes! they are that beautiful and wearable.



Another popular version is the white agate and black diamond one.  This is an edgier and more modern way to wear this piece, which is always fashion forward.  The black diamonds are more punk rock while the white agate is simply clean and stunning.  It is also what is going strong in the trends for the next couple of seasons.



The lastest version is in coral which I don't have a picture of just yet, so be content with other beautiful rings, so make sure you focus only on the combos below. I know it's hard! 




Thank you again for reading my blog and letting me share with you some of my jewelry knowledge.  It is my life and passion second only to my family and friends. See you soon with more beautiful pieces and lifestyle post.

Love Always

Dani K