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Jacob & Co. and G-Dragon debut bespoke high jewellery creation ‘Bandana Royale’
One-of-a-kind neckpiece blends pop culture symbolism with technical high jewellery craftsmanship in a celebrity-led collaboration
Jacob & Co. has unveiled Bandana Royale, a one-of-a-kind high jewellery neckpiece created in collaboration with South Korean music and fashion icon G-Dragon. The bespoke piece reflects the growing intersection of pop culture, personal branding and ultra-high-end jewellery design.
Designed as a collar-style neckpiece, Bandana Royale draws inspiration from G-Dragon’s signature bandana motif, reinterpreted through a statement high jewellery aesthetic. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the creation features more than 200 carats of diamonds and coloured gemstones, including rubies, emeralds and sapphires, set in an elaborate pavé arrangement.
At its centre is a floral motif highlighted by a fancy yellow diamond, referencing G-Dragon’s iconic daisy emblem and reinforcing the narrative-driven approach behind the design. The scale and complexity of the piece underscore Jacob & Co.’s technical expertise in advanced gemstone setting and structural jewellery engineering.
The neckpiece made its public debut during G-Dragon’s recent stage appearances, highlighting the evolving role of high jewellery as an extension of performance, identity and visual storytelling rather than purely formal adornment.
From an industry perspective, Bandana Royale signals key shifts within the luxury jewellery space, including the rising influence of celebrity collaborations, increased demand for bespoke statement pieces, and a growing emphasis on narrative-led design. While conceived as a one-off creation, the project points to wider opportunities for jewellers to develop limited-edition, story-rich pieces that resonate with image-conscious, culturally driven consumers.
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MMTC-PAMP Marks Navratras with Launch of 50g 999.9+ Pure Silver Vaishno Devi Coin
Faith meets fine silver as MMTC-PAMP launches 999.9+ purity Vaishno Devi coin for Navratras, blending devotion with investment value
MMTC-PAMP, India’s only London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery gold and silver refiner, today announced the launch of the purest silver 50g Vaishno Devi coin at 999.9+ purity on the occasion of Navratras.
The unique coin’s obverse features a divine portrayal of Shera Wali Mata, embossed in colour, and set against a monochrome backdrop of mountains with pilgrims undertaking their spiritual journey to the sacred Vaishno Devi Shrine. The reverse depicts the Pindi, an abstract and formless manifestation of Mother Goddess Shakti, along with MMTC-PAMP’s logo and purity mark, which promise the finest Swiss craftsmanship, purest silver, and positive weight tolerance.
Speaking on the launch, Samit Guha, Managing Director and CEO, MMTC-PAMP, said,” The50g Silver Vaishno Devi coin mirrors MMTC-PAMP’s unswerving dedication to offering purity, trust, and our profound respect for India’s cultural heritage, traditions, and values. This new launch is also in line with our endeavour to expand our bouquet of purest gold and silver products that pay tribute to the devotion of consumers, collectors, and investors while offering value that lasts for generations.”
MMTC-PAMP’s Vaishno Devi 50g silver coin has been unveiled in tamper-proof packaging. Keeping in mind the consumers’ emotional and sentimental value, the product’s minted card features anti-rotation notches, which ensure that the alignment of the coin remains straight.
With this launch, MMTC-PAMP highlights its focus on shining a spotlight on silver as a lucrative and reliable investment option, offering consumers a combination of emotional significance and long-term value. The minted product, reflecting the company’s innovation in the premium silver category, is refined and manufactured to global quality standards, backed by MMTC-PAMP’s assurance as an LBMA Good Delivery Refiner while reinforcing purity and trust for consumers.
Crafted from 999.9+ purest silver, this 50g coin represents MMTC-PAMP’s commitment to excellence and authenticity. Every product created by MMTC-PAMP undergoes a rigorous purification process to ensure 999.9+ metal purity. To guarantee authenticity, each MMTC-PAMP product carries a unique identification number and is packaged in an assayer-certified minted card. Additionally, every silver product purchased from MMTC-PAMP offers positive weight tolerance, ensuring each coin weighs more than the listed weight and delivers maximum value to customers.
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