4 C Jewellery Collection

4 C Jewellery Collection

4 C Jewellery Collection is an innovative and ethically conscious jewelry design series that reimagines traditional diamond aesthetics through contemporary design and advanced manufacturing techniques. Created by Finnish designer Hanna Korhonen, this collection presents a groundbreaking approach to jewelry design by transforming the conventional concept of diamond jewelry into three-dimensional wire-frame structures that capture the mathematical precision of gem cutting patterns. The collection, which earned a Bronze A' Design Award in the Jewelry Design category, encompasses four distinctive cuts: brilliant, princess, marquise, and pear, each meticulously crafted using 3D-modeling technology and realized through high-resolution wax printing and lost wax casting in recycled sterling silver. The name 4C references the traditional diamond valuation criteria: cut, carat, color, and clarity, while simultaneously challenging these conventional metrics by presenting an ecological and ethical alternative to traditional diamond jewelry. The pieces feature varying finishes, including polished and matte patina or gilding, creating striking visual contrasts that emphasize the three-dimensional nature of the designs. Each piece in the collection serves as both a sophisticated aesthetic statement and a conversation starter about ethical considerations in the jewelry industry. The collection's technical execution combines advanced 3D printing technology with traditional goldsmith techniques, resulting in precisely engineered forms that maintain the delicacy and wearability expected of fine jewelry. The designs are particularly notable for their ability to showcase both interior and exterior surfaces simultaneously, offering a unique perspective on diamond cuts that are typically hidden from view in conventional jewelry pieces.

jewelry design, ethical fashion, sustainable luxury, contemporary diamonds, innovative craftsmanship, three-dimensional jewelry

— Adam Dawson