Born to Love
For my mother, Abike. Her name inspired Born to Love; her love inspired every detail.
by Muktar Onifade
Inspired by the royal coral adornments of Yoruba and Benin, GVDŠ finds a new expression of heritage in the intricate surface of Mediterranean red coral. Its organic texture becomes a tapestry of ruby-red pavé, framed in luminous gold. Ornate Kiffa beads and ruby-red and yellow-green simulated stones bring depth and rhythm to the composition, completed by a custom stone-set GVDŠ lock.
Crafted in 925 sterling silver plated in 18K yellow gold with simulated stones, or by commission in solid gold.
Commission it in goldArchitecture & engineering
Drawn to a tolerance, built around a working mechanism. Every bead is set to sit true, every stone is cut to throw light back, and the GVDŠ lock closes with a sound you can trust.
Twin engraved barrels
Simulated ruby-red, set in the pattern[Lock]
Link by link
Simulated ruby-red, set to sit true[Links]
Simulated yellow-green round
Held in a beaded crown[Setting]
End to end
Stone-set GVDŠ lock at each end[Bracelet]
Gemstone brilliance
Oval cut
Faceted to catch the light[Stone]
Simulated ruby-red oval · yellow-green rounds
Ruby-red pavé beads · Kiffa forms
925 silver, 18K gold-plated
Stone-set GVDŠ lock[Necklace]
Round cut
Faceted for fire[Stone]
Commission it in gold
Any GVDŠ piece in solid 10K, 14K, 18K or 22K gold with lab-grown diamonds. Every commission is priced by private quote, as the weight of gold and the stones set the cost. Tell us what you have in mind. Your quote follows within 1–2 business days.
Thank you
Your request is with our atelier. Your private quotation arrives within 1–2 business days.
Commission questions
Why aren't commission prices listed?
Each commission is crafted in solid gold, from 10K to 22K, with lab-grown diamonds and gemstones sourced for your piece. Gold prices move every day, so we price each piece at the time of quotation. Once you pay your deposit, your price is locked. Our sterling silver pieces are priced privately too: send an inquiry and your private link, with your price, arrives by email.
Is my piece made after I order?
Yes. Every GVDŠ piece is made to order. We don't hold finished stock, so each piece is crafted for the person who commissions it.
How long does it take?
Please allow at least 40 days from your deposit. More complex pieces can take longer, and your quotation confirms your timeline. If you need your piece by a date, tell us in your request.
How does payment work?
A deposit of 60% to 70% begins production, and your quotation states the exact amount. The balance is due before your piece ships. Both are paid through a secure invoice.
Is my piece reserved when I send a request?
Your piece is reserved once your deposit is received. The deposit secures your materials, your production slot and the gold price on your quotation.
Can I cancel?
Before you pay a deposit, there's no obligation. If you cancel within 72 hours of paying your deposit, we refund it in full. After 72 hours, materials have been sourced for your piece, so the deposit is non-refundable.
Are lab-grown diamonds real diamonds?
Yes. They have the same physical, chemical and optical properties as mined diamonds and are grown in a controlled environment. We always identify them as lab-grown.
Will I receive updates?
Yes. We'll update you at key stages of production and send tracking when your piece ships, fully insured.
Full details are in our Commission Terms. Questions: hello@gvdsjewels.com