18 carat gold ring set with black, rose cut and brilliant cut diamonds, the first ring from the Bridges of Amsterdam Collection
Oldest Jeweller of the Netherlands brings ode to Bridges of Amsterdam
Today, even after 225 years, Bonebakker is still one of the most innovative and sparkling jewellery boutiques in the heart of Amsterdam. That is why the oldest jeweller of the Netherlands, and Europe, celebrates its anniversary with a jubilee collection, which pays tribute to the city that saw the making of this illustrous company: the Bridges of Amsterdam Collection.
Amsterdam counts more than 1500 bridges, and the importance of these land connections must not be underestimated. After all, the shapes of these bridges have a characteristic appearance that can be perceived as city jewels.
The first ring ever made for the Bridges of Amsterdam Collection was inspired by the location in Amsterdam where the most consecutive bridges can be seen. That spot, which has seen many marriage proposals and other memorable moments, is at the corner of Thorbeckeplein/ Herengracht/ Reguliersgracht. Not coincidentally, this is also the location where Adrianus Bonebakker established his first atelier.
The high‑end jewellery collection, inspired by Amsterdam’s iconic bridge architecture, offers exclusive pieces which evoke both the city’s romantic atmosphere and its urban elegance — the very feeling you experience while strolling along the canals and their characteristic bridges. Each jewel becomes a wearable tribute to Amsterdam.
For the launch of the designer jewellery collection, a unique moment was chosen: Bonebakker’s 225th anniversary in 2017.
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