A Season for the Extraordinary: A Curated Quintet of Eternal Gifts
Timeless Treasures: Gifts That Transcend Seasons and Generations
By Carece Slaughter
There are gifts meant to dazzle for a moment, and then there are gifts that alter the atmosphere of a life. Gifts that become part of a family story, a personal sanctuary, or a private ritual. In a season that often rushes by in glitter and noise, the truest luxury is found in offerings that endure: creations shaped by human hands, born from mastery, scarcity, and soul.
This year’s Holiday Luxe Edit gathers five exceptional pieces that rise above the expected. Creations crafted not simply to adorn, but to transform. Each work, whether worn, illuminated, ridden, installed, or passed down, reflects the artistry, emotion, and legacy that define modern luxury at its highest expression.
These are not objects of the season. They are objects of a lifetime.
Yafa Signed Jewels: Rare Masterpieces with Provenance
For the connoisseur who values history as much as artistry, Yafa Signed Jewels offers a world where legacy and luxury become indistinguishable. Since 1985, the Palm Beach–based house has been a quiet destination for collectors, curators, and romantics in search of pieces that carry both beauty and story, signed jewels from Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bulgari, Harry Winston, and other storied maisons.
What distinguishes Yafa is not only its collection of investment-grade pieces from the 1930s through the 1980s, but the way each jewel is sourced, authenticated, and presented. During our conversation last year, Principal Tyler Moradof shared that gifting signed jewelry is less about the transaction and more about the meaning behind the piece, the story it continues, the sentiment it carries, and the way it becomes part of someone’s life. It’s a philosophy woven quietly through every curation decision they make.
For this Holiday Luxe Edit, Yafa has hand-selected four extraordinary creations, each chosen for its craftsmanship, rarity, and emotional resonance:
Sabbadini Diamond & Pearl Bracelet and Earring Clips
An elegant Italian set from the 1980s, crafted in 18K white gold. The interplay of diamonds and pearls creates a subtle, luminous presence, ideal for someone whose style leans toward understated glamour.
Bvlgari Three-Row Serpenti Bracelet
One of Bvlgari’s most iconic forms, this 18K gold serpent wraps the wrist with mother-of-pearl and diamond accents. More than a jewel, it symbolizes power, resilience, and the allure of transformation.
Van Cleef & Arpels “Lampion” Ruby & Diamond Ear Clips
A remarkable pair from the 1980s featuring mystery-set rubies,a technical artistry that only a handful of maisons have mastered. These luminous ear clips capture Van Cleef’s devotion to innovation and timeless design.
Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Platinum Ashoka Eternity Band
Set with 13 Ashoka-cut diamonds, this ring offers a modern, architectural take on eternal devotion. It is both sculptural and deeply symbolic, a future heirloom with unmistakable presence.
Whether you visit Yafa’s Palm Beach flagship or step inside their intimate Manhattan salon, you enter a world where jewels are not merely purchased but discovered. For the discerning giver, a signed piece from Yafa is more than a holiday gesture; it is a legacy waiting to be passed on.
To inquire about Yafa’s curated collection of signed jewels, schedule a private appointment at their Palm Beach or Manhattan salon.