26-05-2025
Inside Chopard's Insofu high jewellery collection with a record-breaking Zambian emerald and ethical gold
In a market starved of sizeable gems, Chopard's new high jewellery collection is centred around a 6,225-carat Zambian emerald
In recent years, sourcing emeralds of significant size—stones exceeding even 3 or 4 carats—and quality has become increasingly challenging. That's why the unveiling of Chopard's Insofu Collection feels like a seismic event in the world of high jewellery. But what sets this collection even further apart is its deep commitment to sustainability. By acquiring a rough emerald weighing 6,225 carats, named 'Insofu' after the word for 'elephant' in the Bemba language of northeastern Zambia, Chopard has taken control of the entire journey, from mine to finished jewel.
This direct sourcing guarantees traceability, allows for responsible mining practices through the maison's collaboration with gem-mining firm Gemfields and supports education, healthcare and conservation projects in Zambia.
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Above Caroline Scheufele, Chopard's co-president and artistic director made the Insofu high jewellery collection with a 6,225-carat Zambian emerald (Photo: courtesy of Chopard)
