NOCTRA// Aquamarine, Yogo Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
NOCTRA// Aquamarine, Yogo Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
AMSTERDAM AFTER DARK
ONLY ONE AVAILABLE
Born from the shadowed beauty of Amsterdam, NOCTRA draws inspiration from the city’s iconic canal houses—their narrow silhouettes, dramatic gables, arched windows, and centuries-old Gothic architecture. Each jewel translates these architectural details into sculptural form: sharp peaks, elongated lines, intricate openings, and unexpected angles create miniature structures designed to be worn. Rare gemstones illuminate the geometry like jewel-toned windows glowing against a midnight skyline, while platinum gives each piece a cool, enduring strength. NOCTRA is an exclusive, highly limited collection. Only a select number of pieces will ever be created, with each design individually conceived around its gemstones. No two are identical, and once a piece is gone, it will not be reproduced. Mysterious. Architectural. Unmistakably iconic.
NOCTRA — Amsterdam after dark, captured in platinum and rare gems.
Item Number: NOCTRAP
Metal: Platinum
Gems: Aquamarine, Colorado, Natural, 2.02ct, Sapphire, Yogo, Natural, No Treatment, 0.52cttw, Montana; Faceted by Tucson Todd’s Gems; Diamonds, Natural, 0.39cttw, VS Clarity, G-H Color
Length: 18”
Chain: Beveled Oval Cable
Launch year: 2027
Made in United States
Ethically Sourced
Jewelry Care
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“Mary van der Aa is truly an extraordinary jewelry designer. Her work is unlike anything you’ll find in a traditional jewelry store. Every piece feels like a miniature work of art, with incredible gemstones, beautiful craftsmanship, and such a distinctive architectural style. What I love most is that her jewelry is genuinely one-of-a-kind. You aren’t choosing something that hundreds of other people own—you’re getting a piece that feels personal, rare, and completely unique. ”
AQUAMARINE
Aquamarine is the green-blue to blue variety of the mineral beryl. Does beryl sound familiar? It should because Emerald is the green to bluish green variety of the same mineral. Aquamarine is the color of the ocean, with a wide variety of pastel blue hues. It has a name that is derived from two Latin words: aqua, meaning “water,” and marina, meaning “of the sea.” It has been said to give its wearer protection against enemies, and makes the wearer unconquerable. It also quickens intellect. Aquamarine is the birthstone for March, and the gemstone for Pisces and Aries. It is the gem for the 19th anniversary. Aquamarines have a hardness of 7.5-8.0, making them very durable for everyday wear with proper care. More on these incredible gems HERE.
YOGO SAPPHIRE
The United States Geological Survey and many famous gemstone experts have stated that Yogo sapphires are "among the world's finest sapphires." When found, they tend to be small. This means finished gems over two carats are incredibly rare. As a matter of fact, only about 10% of finished gems are over one carat. Yogo Sapphires are the only sapphires in Montana still being mined from the original deposit. The most desirable material is from Yogo Gulch. Tiffany & Co. once declared the stones “the finest precious gemstones ever found in the United States” due to their exceptional clarity and colour. Sapphire is one of the “big three” of jewelry colored gemstones—the other two being ruby and emerald. Sapphires captivate their audience with their durability, rarity and aura of romance. For centuries, sapphire has been associated with royalty. Traditionally, they symbolize nobility, truth, sincerity, and faithfulness. Large blue sapphires are very rare, and market price reflects that. Sapphire is the birthstone for September, the gemstone for Taurus and Aquarius, and the gem of the 5th and 45th anniversaries. It has a hardness of 9.0, making it very durable for everyday wear with proper care. More about Sapphire HERE
