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Jewelmer
Company typePrivate
IndustryLuxury jewelry
Founded1979
Founder
  • Jacques Branellec
  • Manuel Cojuangco
HeadquartersMakati, Philippines

Jewelmer is a jewelry brand from the Philippines, established in 1979 by Jacques Branellec and Manuel Cojuangco.[1][2] The company specializes in jewelry made with South Sea Pearls.[3][4] Since 2022, Jewelmer has collaborated with the Miss Universe Philippines beauty pageant, designing the La Mer en Majesté crown for the winners.[5][6] In 2024, they introduced the "Lumière de l'Infini" (transl. "The Light of -Infinity") crown for the Miss Universe 2024 competition.[7][8]

History

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Jewelmer was founded in 1979 by French pearl farmer Jacques Branellec and Filipino businessman Manuel Cojuangco.[1][9] Before starting Jewelmer, Branellec served in the French Navy, worked as a commercial pilot, and farmed black Tahitian pearls in French Polynesia.[10] Together, they established a pearl farm in Palawan, which became the foundation of their company.[10]

In 2006, Jewelmer launched the Save Palawan Seas Foundation (SPSF) to support environmental conservation and introduce sustainable livelihood options for communities in Palawan.[11][12]

The company has participated in international events like the Baselworld Watch and Jewelry Show and the Dubai Pearl Tender.[13][14][15] Since 2013, Jewelmer has also hosted the Jewelmer Gala.[16]

In 2017, Jewelmer introduced the Palawan Strand, a rare necklace of golden South Sea pearls from the Pinctada maxima oyster, which took 37 years to create.[4][17][4][17] That same year, Jewelmer designed the headpiece for Miss Universe Philippines, Maxine Medina, at the 65th Miss Universe pageant.[18]

In 2018, Jewelmer received the Sustainability Initiative of the Year Award at the Jewellery News Asia Awards in Hong Kong and opened its first U.S. store in Palm Beach, Florida.[19][20][21][22] The company was also featured in the documentary Power of Pearl: The Farm Beneath the Sea, directed by Ahbra Cale Perry.[23][24]

In 2022, Jewelmer created the "Pearl of the Orient" exhibit, showcased at The Mind Museum,[25][26] and provided the La Mer en Majesté crown for the Miss Universe Philippines pageant, worn by winner Celeste Cortesi. The crown was used again in the 2023 pageant.[27][28][29][6]

In 2023, model Aliah Canillas appeared on the cover of Vogue Philippines wearing a Jewelmer strand, and in May 2024, Jewelmer opened a boutique at Nustar Resort Cebu's The Mall in the Philippines.[30][31]

In 2023, model Aliah Canillas wore a Jewelmer strand on the cover of the July 2023 issue of Vogue Philippines.[32]

The process

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Jewelmer cultivates golden pearls and creates jewelry from them.[33][34] Some designs are crafted by artisans trained in techniques from Place Vendôme, Paris.[35][36][37] The company's pearl farms are situated in a marine-protected, no-take zone.[38][39]

See also

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References

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  2. ^ "Of Tea and Pearls". philstar.com. June 23, 2018. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
  3. ^ Co, Charlene. "An Insider Look at The Farms Where Luxurious Pearls are Born". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  4. ^ a b c "Golden Child: Charting The Journey Of The South Sea Pearl | Magazine The Making Of The South Sea Golden Pearl". vogue.ph. 2023-06-30. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  5. ^ "Jewelmer continues partnership with Miss Universe Philippines". Philstar. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
  6. ^ a b Leon, Marguerite de (2022-04-19). "LOOK: The new Miss Universe Philippines La Mer en Majesté Crown". RAPPLER. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  7. ^ "Jewelmer Is Behind the Miss Universe Pageant's First Filipino-Crafted Crown". Chelsea Sarabia. Vogue Philippines. 14 November 2024. Retrieved 28 December 2024.
  8. ^ "How Women at Jewelmer Cultivate Success and Community in Creating Miss Universe's First Filipino Crown". Sean Castelo III. MEGA Magazine. 4 November 2024. Retrieved 28 December 2024.
  9. ^ Jose, M. J. "Jacques Branellec and Manuel Cojuangco Celebrate 40 Years of Excellence with Jewelmer". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  10. ^ a b "Treasure Island — The mysteries surrounding Palawan's South Sea pearl farms". gridmagazine.ph. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  11. ^ Tatler, Philippine. "Jewelmer Wins Sustainability Initiative Of The Year Award". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  12. ^ Garcia, Myles A. (2018-06-27). "Pearls of the Orient Seas". Positively Filipino | Online Magazine for Filipinos in the Diaspora. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  13. ^ "Asian brands at BaselWorld". www.europastar.com. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  14. ^ "BaselWorld 2012 – Tempered optimism". www.europastarjewellery.com. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  15. ^ "Dubai to Host Pearl Tender - JCK". 2009-01-06. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  16. ^ "Pearls as wearable works of art". Lifestyle.INQ. 2013-10-26. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  17. ^ a b Newman, Jill (2017-05-02). "This Strand of Golden Pearls Took Nearly 40 Years to Assemble". Robb Report. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  18. ^ Tantuco, Vernise (2017-01-26). "LOOK: Maxine Medina's Miss Universe national costume". RAPPLER. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  19. ^ "Jewelmer recognized with Sustainability Initiative award". philstar.com. November 4, 2018.
  20. ^ "Jewelmer Opens First U.S. Store in Florida - JCK". JCK Online. 2018-12-13. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  21. ^ Newman, Jill (2023-02-14). "A Jewelry Editor's Guide to Shopping in Palm Beach". Only Natural Diamonds. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  22. ^ Tatler, Philippine. "South Sea Pearls Take Over Palm Beach". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  23. ^ "'Power of Pearl:' An inspiring portrait of sustainability". Philstar. May 27, 2018. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
  24. ^ IV, Franz Sorilla. "The Making of Documentary Film "Power of Pearl"". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  25. ^ Golangco, Lauren. "Jewelmer Unveils 10-Year-Long Exhibit at The Mind Museum". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  26. ^ "A Look Into the Life of the Golden South Sea Pearl – Art Plus Magazine". 2022-12-05. Archived from the original on 2022-12-05. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  27. ^ "Jewelmer celebrates the modern aphrodite". philstar. Retrieved March 18, 2024.
  28. ^ Lim, Ron. "Miss Universe Philippines reveals new crown, 'La Mer en Majeste'". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  29. ^ "What To Know About The Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Coronation Night". nylonmanila.com. 2023-05-09. Retrieved 2024-03-17.
  30. ^ "Get To Know Aliah Canillas, Vogue Philippines' July Cover Model". vogue.ph. 2023-07-01. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  31. ^ "Aliah Canillas in Palawan Strand Necklace for Vogue Philippines". Anne of Carversville. 2023-07-03. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  32. ^ Pancho, Ana Moule Y. (2024-05-29). "Jewelmer opens luxury boutique in Nustar Resort Cebu's The Mall". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
  33. ^ "Pérolas douradas: o segredo de uma das joias mais raras do mundo". Mega Curioso (in Brazilian Portuguese). Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  34. ^ "PALAWAN'S GOLDEN PEARLS". Solitaire Magazine. 2022-06-08. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  35. ^ "Golden pearls in NY exhibit speak of Filipino mythology". globalnation.inquirer.net. 2016-11-01. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  36. ^ "Pearl Peeping: 8 New Designs From Jewelmer - JCK". 2018-11-08. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
  37. ^ "Sustainable Luxury: Jewelmer's South Sea Pearl Jewelry". elitetraveler.com. April 3, 2014.
  38. ^ Tatler, Philippine. "Jewelmer Wins Sustainability Initiative Of The Year Award". Tatler Asia. Retrieved 2024-04-23.
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