Episode Drop!: We Went Deep With Gem Industry Expert Gabriella Harvey
Also: Your June/July Rough Cut roadmap (links from recent episodes); Renaissance Man John Brevard's cosmic jewels
We chatted with one of our favorite humans in jewelry, Gabriella “Gabbi” Harvey, to talk about her incredible career ( Gemfields, Muzo, etc... ), starting something new, and building something later in life. Enjoy!
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Gabriella also sent us her thoughts on the Paraiba tourmaline mines in Mozambique:
“The Paraiba tourmaline mines in Mozambique are a place of extraordinary beauty and significance. Discovered more recently than their Brazilian counterparts, Mozambican Paraiba tourmalines have quickly gained legendary status due to their vibrant, neon blue-green color, which seems to glow from within. Paraiba tourmalines’ rarity and unique color make them highly sought after, and their discovery has made them some of the most coveted gemstones for collectors and designers alike.
“What excites me about the Paraiba mines in Mozambique is not just the stunning gems they produce but the story and the people behind these gems. Cuprian & Co. works tirelessly to uncover these treasures and is truly inspiring. Their expertise and passion for their work are the foundation of the entire operation. Working closely with the communities at source, which includes 90% of their employees being from the community, their commitment and resilience add depth and meaning to every gemstone that emerges from the earth.
“The Designer collaboration project is special to me because it combines my love for gemstones with my passion for supporting and showcasing talented designers. Paraiba tourmalines are having a moment right now, and it’s been a pleasure and an honor to put together a new collaboration highlighting this fabulous gemstone for a mining company that is so passionate about what they do. By bringing together miners and designers, we’re not just creating pieces that showcase the beauty of Paraiba tourmalines, but also celebrating the craftsmanship, creativity, and community that bring these gems to life.”
If you’re interested in working with Gabbi, she’s at gabbiharvey@icloud.com
Rough Cut Roadmap - June/July
Here are all the links you need from Rough Cut’s summer episodes thus far:
June 18: You Will Like My Sense of Style feat. Christina Caruso
Project Accessory
(German Bold Italic) - Kylie Minogue & Towa Tei
Dee Lite Playlist - Amy’s favorite is Apple Juice Kissing
The Strokes - Is This It?
July 10: Game of Rocks
Grainne Morton earrings on Oscar-winning costume designer
Nikos Koulis ring on Instagram
Amy's visit to the Smithsonian
July 16: But is it Art? feat. Michael Robinson of David Michael David Jewels
Michael's 90s era hip hop playlist created specially for Rough Cut listeners - it's titled "RC" which we couldn't love more
July 24: Talking (Political) Shit
Amy's favorite lefty illustrator
Get your stickers here (sticker junkie)
Amy's article on speaking out about politics vs. being politically agnostic for JCK
Lefties we love:
Ariel Gordon post we love
JB's bf/travel expert: Steven Kimmi (@stevenkimmi)
July 30: Starting Over Yet Again feat. Gabriella Harvey
Email her for work stuff: gabbiharvey@icloud.com
Amy's writeup of the first Muzo Emerald Colombia collab (zero chill)
Made by Maliya's epic Muzo emerald ring
Career advice for folx over 40
Why Can’t I Have It? John Brevard Edition
I don’t know jewelry designer, artist, and architect John Brevard — but I should be on his payroll, I write about his jewelry so much. I love his designs like an elephant loves a deep, refreshing watering hole. His rings, in particular, are incredible—achieved through the magic of something called Thoscene, which he describes as “an online parametric modeling platform that utilizes biominetic structures and astrological algorithms to create unique forms (sculpture, furniture, jewelry, architectural design, etc.) inspired by the user's inputs (date, time, location of birth).” Zany! Brevard isn’t yet a household name and isn’t involved in fine jewelry’s usual trade shows, but he’s a member of the CFDA, and seemingly cannot pick one medium to work in—the guy also makes $15,000 area rugs. I’m in deep. -EV
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