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The peacock is a very popular motif in the jewelry industry. It symbolizes many things such as longevity, pride or nobility. The intriguing feather design is the peacock's most attractive feature. The Harry Winston Peacock Black Opal Brooch is decorated with various precious stones such as diamonds,sapphires, emeralds and rubies.

The most spectacular element of the Bismarck Sapphire Necklace is the 96,6 carat blue sapphire. The sapphire pendant is surrounded by diamonds as well as 8 smaller sapphires and it is mounted on a platinum and diamond chain necklace. The sapphire was discovered in Sri Lanka and the necklace was designed by Cartier.