Three special brands for handmade jewelry

Do you want to wear very special jewelry that stands out from the crowd? In this article we recommend three special brands that offer original, handmade jewelry. We present you popular pieces of jewelry from the traditional Danish company Ole Lynggaard , the Finnish manufacturer Lapponia and the German brand Twentyten . Each of the manufactories produces incomparable masterpieces and has exciting surprises in store. In this article, find out which pieces of jewelry the Danish royal family loves, which manufacturers produce particularly sustainably and which pieces of jewelry adorn historical coins full of stories. Have fun while reading!

What makes Ole Lynggaard, Lapponia & Twentyten unique

The Ole Lynggaard factory

The ideas for the original, handmade jewelry from the Danish family business Ole Lynggaard come from the creative father-daughter team Ole and Charlotte. Both share a passion for nature and travel, which strongly influences their designs. The brand, which has existed since 1963, is characterized by exceptionally delicate and sometimes playful pieces of jewelry. The high-quality manufacturing in goldsmith quality and the unusual designs also impress the Danish royal family. That's how it became Ole Lynggaard appointed official purveyor to the court. Crown Princess Mary was so enthusiastic about the Midnight Tiara, a tiara by Charlotte Lynggaard, that she secured exclusive rights to wear it. Sometimes Nordic cool and elegant, sometimes exotic and unusual: you will find a wide range of different styles among Ole Lynggaard's jewelry. In the factory, 40 goldsmiths work closely with Ole and Charlotte Lynggaard. This close collaboration creates pieces of jewelry with an incredible attention to detail and exceptionally lively shapes. 18 carat gold, silver, diamonds, gemstones, leather and silk are transformed into sensual and unusual pieces of jewelry with Danish craftsmanship quality by the skilled and talented hands of the goldsmiths.

Three recommendations from Ole Lynggaard

The “Bohemian Spirit” bracelet by Ole Lynggaard is a sensual mix of luxurious gold and hand-dyed and hand-knotted fabric straps. The colorful, delicately blending colors are reminiscent of a sunset over the sea or the batik clothing of freedom-lovers and free spirits. The bracelet has an elegant gold hook clasp, which gives the otherwise rather casual piece of jewelry a luxurious touch.

It is an exotic masterpiece Ring “Snakes” . A yellow gold snake snakes gently and mystically around your finger. Fine grooves give the graceful creature a lively look. Mysterious and noble, her eyes sparkle with two diamonds each, which crown the luxurious piece of jewelry. The snake embodies elegance and strength, making the ring an expressive accessory for extraordinary women.

The jewelry journey goes to India with the Pendant “Elephant” . The graceful animal was honored by Charlotte Lynggaard in a small gold and diamond pendant. Playful and elegant, it rests on your décolleté or around your wrist and symbolizes happiness and wisdom. Thanks to the matt polish, the gold appears as gentle as the good-natured giants themselves and presents its beauty in countless facets - depending on how the light falls.

The Lapponia factory

Lapponia shines with eleven international designers and artists who are given more freedom than almost any other manufacturer. This creative freedom creates original pieces of jewelry with a unique visual language. The hand-made pieces combine distinctive shapes with gentle shapes, cool silver with warm gold. Original, exciting designs are the trademark of the renowned company. Since nature is also there Lapponia plays a central role in creating the designs, sustainable production is important to the company. In order to do something good for the environment, the goldsmiths make the jewelry from recycled precious metals. 100 percent recycled gold and 70 percent recycled silver help to conserve resources and make the jewelry beautiful and environmentally friendly at the same time. The 30 percent silver that is not recycled comes from Nordic mines.

Three recommendations from Lapponia

“My Foolish Heart” is an original piece of jewelry to fall in love with! Lapponia's necklace consists of elaborately forged, rough links. A striking heart-shaped pendant is the focus of the necklace. Eye-catching edges and surface structures make the piece of jewelry appear as if a silver sheet of paper had been artfully folded. “My Foolish Heart” is reminiscent of origami and is a cubist work of art with a strong expression.

The structure of the unusual bangle “Nile” are reminiscent of the structure of the famous papyrus plants from Egypt. It stands out thanks to its wonderful design language, the fine, organic details and the brilliant craftsmanship. The piece of jewelry goes well with both casual and elegant clothing.

The Twentyten brand

The mark Twentyten from Freiburg takes you on a journey through human history. Ancient Greek coins are processed into particularly creative and graceful pieces of jewelry. The coins are over 2,000 years old and are purchased at numismatic auctions. Gold, diamonds and precious stones then surround the coins and turn them into beautiful accessories that would delight even the gods of Olympus. Incidentally, these often serve as a motif and give the pieces of jewelry a powerful and mystical appearance. Twenty combines historical finds with modern elements to create jewelry like you have never seen or worn before. The company is the right jewelry brand for you if you appreciate exceptional jewelry with German craftsmanship and historical gems magically attract you. History and luxury jewelry from master craftsmen combined - a fantastic idea that makes Twentyten an exciting and sophisticated brand for style-conscious jewelry wearers.

Three recommendations from Twentyten

A small owl and the goddess Athena decorate the pendant  “TWENTY19” by Twentyten . The antique coin is set in a setting made of 750/- rose gold, creating a piece of jewelry that leaves an impression. Despite their historical background, the images of the owl and Athena are impressively easy to see and are full of fine details.

It's delicate Necklace “TWENTYsome” . The special thing about this piece of jewelry is the striking pendant, which shows a replica of a hemidrachm, an ancient Greek coin. There is a lion on one side of the coin and a star on the other side. The lion is considered the king of animals and not only because of this stands for courage, elegance and strength.

The The pendant of the “ Helios ” bracelet, on the other hand, shows the Greek sun god on a replica of a coin from the Greek island of Rhodes from the period 490-460 BC. The warm 750 rose gold goes perfectly with the symbolic and elegant bracelet. On the back you will discover a delicate rose, which makes the bracelet the ideal gift for your loved one. The accessory, like all pieces of jewelry from Twentyten, was made by hand and flatters your wrist discreetly and sensually.

Conclusion

Not all jewelry is the same - if you can identify with this statement and love to adorn yourself with extraordinary creations, then Ole Lynggaard, Lapponia and Twentyten are three brands that are made for you. The brands from Copenhagen, Helsinki and Freiburg offer handmade, original and expressive pieces of jewelry that attract attention and fascinate. Each of the brands has its own concept that makes the accessories unique with a wow effect. Sometimes delicate and feminine, sometimes striking and sculptural.

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Twentyten: Jewelry with ancient coins full of history & mythology