Monday 30 December 2019
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Wars have been fought, lives lost and kingdoms have fallen to the world’s hardest natural substance known to man, the diamond. A glistening jewel that no matter what surrounds it, remains a gorgeous gem.

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From Top To Bottom: Cactus de Cartier Ring, Amulette de Cartier Long Necklace and Cactus de Cartier Necklace. Photo: Soon Lau

 

So if you’re ever in need of an excuse to treat yourself to a stunning diamond or two, these timeless quotes promise to make you feel better the next time you swipe that credit card for your luxury purchase.

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Cartier Destinée Ring, Galanterie de Cartier Ring and Cartier 1985 Solitaire Ring. Photo: Soon Lau

 

“Big girls need big diamonds.” – Elizabeth Taylor.

 

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Right: Cartier Essential Lines Bracelet and spoon by Christofle. Photo: Soon Lau

 

“True friends are like diamonds – bright, beautiful, valuable and always in style.” – Nicole Richie.

 

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High Jewellery Ring in Platinum, Ice Cube Fairmined White Gold Ring with 27 Diamonds, High Jewellery Ring in White Gold, High Jewellery Ring in White Gold, Ice Cube Fairmined White Gold Ring with 11 Diamonds all by Chopard; Fork by Christofle. Photo: Soon Lau

 

“A diamond doesn’t know how much it’s worth; it’s just beautiful because it exists.” – Shelly Crane.

 

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Tiffany T Square Bracelet, Tiffany Metro Three-Row Hinged Bracelet, Tiffany T Two Hinged Bracelet in Gold, Tiffany T Two Hinged Bracelet in Silver all by Tiffany & Co; Spoon by Christofle. Photo: Soon Lau

 

This article is an excerpt from UNRESERVED’s December 2019 issue from the article DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER.

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