Moneta, who specialises in bespoke jewellery as well as the restoration of antique pieces, saw her pieces displayed to an esteemed crowd in the emirate.

Held at the Mina A'Salam Ballroom in the Madinat Jumeirah, the event featured an array of re-worked and new pieces, crafted by Moneta to suit her customer's specific taste and styles.

Gold and precious stones are used to illustrate the customer's character, which the designer is said to glean by developing a confidential relationship with them.

Members of the Italian nobility's jewellery collections the designer has worked with include the Collection Conti di Castiglione di Venegono Collection and the Duchess Pignatelli della Leonessa.

In related news, a flawless heart shape diamond ring was among the most prominent pieces sold at a Geneva jewellery auction held by Christie's this week, where it was sold alongside a blue diamond ring and a brooch, reports Reuters.
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Reuters reports that the ring, which also features tiny pink diamonds, drew the most money at the Geneva auction on Wednesday.

Other prominent jewellery deals included a flawless heart shape diamond ring, which weighed some 21.4 carats and fetched just under 3.3 million Swiss francs.

Meanwhile, a diamond necklace, set with large emeralds and natural pearls, was sold for 5.87 million Swiss francs and the matching brooch fetch 4.6 million Swiss francs, it was revealed.

"The jewellery sale saw extremely strong prices for colourless and coloured diamonds. This was an ideal way to celebrate our 40th anniversary in Switzerland," commented Eric Valdieu, head of Christie's' Swiss jewellery department.

Christie's was founded in 1766 by James Christie and the auction house now has 85 offices in 43 countries.
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The average resident of this city, formerly famous for its shoe industry, wears £469 worth of gold, silver, platinum and diamonds, the Halifax study revealed.

Only £1 behind, however, is Glasgow, and Wrexham residents pile on £460 of bling every day.

A complete picture of the British Isles shows that collectively we own £52 billion in baubles that might include diamond bracelets, gold rings, off-the-tray and bespoke jewellery pieces.

On a daily basis, Brits wear £8.6 billion and Halifax went as far as to warn people they should insure their items for their full amount and, if in doubt, get it valued.

Senior claims manager Martyn Foulds said: "Our research shows that between us we Brits own a staggering amount of jewellery and enjoy making a statement by wearing valuable items when out and about."

A recent survey by Money Expert revealed that £750 a year is spent on romantic gifts, including items of jewellery, with men spending more than women.
]]> platinum diamond engagement ring bought for her by husband Nick Cannon is similar if not the same, as one he presented to a previous girlfriend.

The £1.5 million pink diamond ring is "strikingly similar" to one Mr Cannon gave to his then-fiancee Selita Ebanks when he was engaged to the Victoria's Secret model last year, the Telegraph claims.

An example of one of the largest styles of diamond rings, the 17carat iceberg is surrounded by 58 pink diamonds and two half-moon diamonds.

The newspaper also noted that French premiere Nicolas Sarkozy also committed the 'ultimate' engagement sin when he gave Carla Bruni a Dior Cupidon ring, the same style he gave to his former wife towards the end of their relationship.

It suggested that men did not understand the meaning of an engagement ring for some women.

Divorce lawyer Vanessa Lloyd-Platt told the publication that one possible way out of this sticky situation for Mr Cannon would be to offer to have the stones reset.

It is Ms Carey's second marriage; she divorced Columbia Records executive Tommy Mottola in 1997.
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The actress, who plays Miranda in both the hit series and the forthcoming film, shimmered in Bulgari diamonds, reports the Metro.

She paired the diamond drop earrings with a plunging Calvin Klein dress, which the news provider described as "lavish".

Meanwhile, leading lady Sarah Jessica Parker wore British designer Alexander McQueen, while Kim Cattrall sported a Vivienne Westwood dress and Davis went for the vintage look.

The actress who played New York writer Carrie Bradshaw expressed a desire to star in a West End show, noting: "It's a destination point for an actor."

Nixon's diamonds could have been particularly appropriate for a visit to London, a new Halifax study suggests.

Brits 'love affair' with jewellery means they store £52 billion worth of items at home, the financial services provider found.
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Indiatimes notes that whether gold, silver or studded with diamonds, the adornment is a versatile way to "bring a dash of elegance to your attire".

With their origins in the tribal regions of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Orissa, anklets can be teamed with trousers or skirts and worn to work or to the beach, the publication notes.

A bespoke anklet can provide a personal touch, with consumers able to choose the metal and gemstones that best suit their sense of style.

Silver is reportedly popular as it can be teamed with most outfits and colourings, while gold is said to remain a perennial favourite among women.

Meanwhile, those looking for a more glamorous statement can choose heavy and ornate ankle bracelets, popular with a "loyal customer base".

Lama Al Saheb, public relations manager of the World Gold Council, recently noted that ankle bracelets are increasingly popular in simple styles.]]>