The Estate Library Sequels

 

In 2023, we unveiled our first Estate collection, where we shared 10 pieces from Choo Yilin’s Estate Library, reimagined with our signature Type A jadeite. The idea was to pay homage to these historical jewels while imagining them with the Choo Yilin aesthetic. 

In 2024, we pushed the envelope one step further by taking three of these antique pieces from the Estate Library and creating entirely new pieces. Each of these pieces is directly inspired by an aspect of their predecessors. We call them the Estate Library Sequels, a 21st century interpretation of the historical jewels that came before us. 

These pieces were created specifically for everyday wear in the 21st Century. They are also suitable for gifting, with prices starting from under USD 200.

Vol. VI Chap. I: The Georgian Botanical Hoops 

The original Georgian earrings – Volume Six (VI) from our Estate Library – are statement evening-wear earrings, impactful with their length and size. We took the botanical swirls of the stunning Georgian open-work and went the other way, creating delicate, versatile hoops meant for everyday wear instead. 

 

The inspiration: The Estate Collection Vol. 6 - Georgian Earrings

Vol. VI Chap. I: The Georgian Filigree Hoops (10KT)

 

The 10KT rose gold hoops can be worn both front and back:

  • The front: features three tiny diamonds on one side interspersed with the floral open work

  • The back: Choo Yilin’s logo set in open work

These hoops can be worn by themselves or with almost any drops of your choice, making this incredibly versatile.  

Vol. XI Chap. I: The  Single Jade Drop and Vol. XI Chap II: The Jade, Diamond & Gold Drop

These 10KT rose gold botanical drops were directly inspired by the delicate diamond-studded stamens of this statement late Victorian old mine cut diamond piece, Volume 11 (XI),  in the brand’s Estate Library. 

 

The inspiration: The Estate Collection Vol. 10

Vol. XI Chap II: The Jade, Diamond & Gold Charm (10KT), paired with the Classics Studs in Lilac Ash

 

The diamond-studded stamens are set in the most subtle, asymmetrical curved bezel, mimicking its organic nature perfectly. The design motif guided us to build on this organic bezel setting, with more pronounced, lusher curves, where we eventually created two drops:  

  • The first (Chapter I):  a single Type A custom-cut jadeite 3.5mm jade cabochon, a larger but no less delicate version of the Victorian diamond-studded stamens. 

  • The second (Chapter II): A cluster of three curved stamens, this time featuring a custom-cut Type A jadeite cabochon, a tiny melee diamond, and the last in brushed matte gold. 

They can be worn with the Georgian-inspired Hoops in 10KT gold or with our Classics studs. While they were not designed to be necklace charms, they can also be worn with that.

Vol. X Chap. I: The Botanical Diamond Jacket  

One of the most iconic Victorian motifs, Volume 10 (X) in our Estate Library, is an abstract diamond-studded floral design. We created a diamond jacket with it.  

 

The inspiration: The Estate Collection Vol. 10 - Victorian Pendant

Vol. X Chap. I: The Botanical Diamond Jacket (10KT), paired with the Classics Studs in Apple Green

 

Our version is a delicate, milgrained homage to the botanical motifs the Victorians loved and featured in our 1880s Old Mine Cut diamond piece. It was designed specifically to be worn with our Classic studs, but they are versatile enough to be worn with other studs too, like pearls.  

The Estate Pieces vs The Choo Yilin Interpretations 

 
 
 
 

The Estate Library Sequels will be available in limited quantities, exclusively on chooyilin.com for three days only during The Gifting Edition from 22nd to 24th November 2024. 

 
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