The jewelry collection of 1909 Callegari is a love letter to reduction and radiance. The forms are clear, the volumes precisely balanced, the surfaces like polished light. Crafted in Italy with 18-karat (750) rose gold and fine diamonds: exquisite Italian jewelry that exudes character yet remains effortless. An Italian jewelry manufacturer that subtly and elegantly blends modernity and heritage.
1909 Callegari: Founding and origins
Behind the name is a young brand with deep roots: 1909 Callegari was founded in Padua in 2022 – supported by Elisabetta, Beppe and Andrea, the third generation of a renowned family of jewelers.
Their idea: to preserve the heritage while simultaneously developing a contemporary design language. The name recalls the beginning of the family history, which first sparked in Padua in 1909.
A century as a foundation
The historic boutique Roberto Callegari shapes this background:
For generations, jewelry culture has been cultivated here, blending Italian craftsmanship with a refined appreciation for gemstones. From this environment emerged the new 1909 Callegari line – an evolution that doesn't copy tradition, but translates it into the present.
Design language: Clarity, proportion, light
Callegari's 1909 aesthetic follows an idea of tranquility: sculptural volumes, soft curves, a reduction to the essentials. This philosophy is particularly evident in the Solid collection – geometric, clear forms meet luminous stones; the material is given its own space. Connection speaks of togetherness, exchange, and relationship; the pieces appear as delicate dialogues of gold and light. Finally, Open Mind translates openness into flowing lines – a design that combines movement and gentleness.
Material & Craftsmanship: 18 karat as a warm promise
Each piece is handcrafted in Italy. The collections are made of 18-karat rose gold (equivalent to 750 rose gold ) and diamonds. This choice of materials lends the gold a warm depth; the diamonds create precisely placed points of light, rather than a dazzling display of sparks. The result is jewelry that is as comfortable for everyday wear as it is for special occasions.
Details you can feel
The edges are gently rounded, the surfaces carefully polished – not for their own sake, but for comfort and an understated presence. This creates an impression of "pure luxury": noticeably high-quality, yet subtle.
Collections at a glance
Solid – The Language of Essentials
Solid celebrates the material itself: wide bands, focused settings, radiant colored gemstones, and pavé accords that sharpen the structures. It is a collection of sovereign forms – a jewelry design that balances stability and softness.
Connection – Jewelry as Dialogue
Connection conceives of jewelry as a relationship: between lines and light, between wearer and object. The pieces appear like elegant half-sentences that become complete sentences on the wrist or finger.
Open Mind – Curves that tell a story of freedom
Open Mind flows. The lines are open, the silhouettes move – a subtle hint that openness is an attitude one can wear.
Anchorage in Padua – and near Badort
The brand is based in Padua and is represented internationally in select stores – including Badort Jewelers in Neuss. This curated presence reflects the manufacturer's philosophy: fewer, but more suitable locations.
1909 Callegari is a silent stage where form and light take center stage – a modern line with a historical soul. Those who love clarity and appreciate substance will find jewelry here that doesn't pretend to tell a story, but rather makes a statement. A piece of Padua on your wrist, a touch of Italy on your skin. More background information and a selection of the collections can be found in the magazine section of Juwelier Badort: 1909 Callegari at Juwelier Badort.
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