Zaha Hadid’s gold bracelet is embedded with 1,048 diamonds

Zaha Hadid’s Silene cuff is set with 1,048 white diamonds in a pattern that emanates from the centre of the curved jewellery piece. Related story: Will.i.am launches Puls smart «cuff» with special editions by Zaha Hadid»Silene expresses the fluidity and complexity of natural forms,» said Hadid. The London-based architect, who has previously designed latticed gold jewellery for Caspita, created the limited edition for Aziz and Walid Mouzannar. Hadid was recently announced as the designer of a completely different cuff, teaming up with rapper Will.i.am to create special editions of his Puls smartwatch. «An intricate web gently envelops the pristine white gold cuff resulting in a delicate piece that explores the evolution of organic geometries and patterning.»
Only twelve Silene cuffs have been produced, with just one made in 18-carat white gold while the others are formed from different gold varieties. The pieces were designed to tie-in with an exhibition of work by Dori and Alia Mouzannar, the sixth generation of designers for the Beirut company that dates back to the 18th century. News: architect Zaha Hadid has designed an 18-carat white gold cuff for Lebanese jewellery house Aziz and Walid Mouzannar.