Pharrell Williams, in collaboration with Jacob Arabo, is making a portion of his extraordinary Jacob & Co. jewelry and watch collection available to the public. Through Joopiter, the online auction platform Williams established in 2022, an exclusive event named 'Objects of Brilliance' is currently underway. This collection features more than 30 distinctive items, including bespoke creations from Williams' private hoard and select pieces from the Jacob & Co. archives, all stemming from their prolific three-decade partnership.
Among the highlights of this prestigious auction is a stunning necklace adorned with 112.7 carats of yellow diamonds. Crafted just last year, this piece draws inspiration from a historical diamond necklace once worn by a British monarch, reflecting Williams' desire for both royal elegance and a bold aesthetic, particularly in his favored yellow hue. Jacob Arabo meticulously designed this challenging piece, ensuring each fancy vivid diamond, in various cuts like emerald, Asscher, and heart shapes, was perfectly matched in intensity and quality. The result is a masterpiece, estimated to fetch between $6 million and $8 million, exemplifying the pinnacle of fine jewelry craftsmanship. Other notable items include a gold gemstone necklace featuring 81 carats of diamonds and 38 carats of colored gems, and a seven-row cuff bracelet set with 57 carats of yellow diamonds, an early acquisition by Williams. Additionally, a rare 2005 "Edition 001" Jacob & Co. Five Time Zone Watch, made from 18-karat white gold and encrusted with 300 diamonds, offers a unique opportunity for collectors.
This auction not only presents an opportunity to acquire exceptional pieces of high jewelry and horology but also celebrates the enduring artistic synergy between Pharrell Williams and Jacob Arabo. It underscores the transformative power of collaboration in creating objects that transcend mere adornment to become treasured works of art. These pieces, steeped in personal history and unparalleled design, invite collectors and enthusiasts to engage with a legacy of brilliance and creativity, demonstrating how individual passion and meticulous craftsmanship can converge to produce timeless treasures.