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Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry has long been Silicon Valley’s destination for elevated gifting. The house’s unrivaled expertise in rare and precious-colored gemstones is on full display in this inspired array of fine jewelry and high jewelry creations. Each remarkable piece is a celebration of nature’s most extraordinary gemstone treasures, brought to life through impeccable design and artisanal vision.

From vivid, one-of-a-kind gemstone pieces to refined silhouettes designed to elevate the everyday, these radiant creations exemplify the house’s signature aesthetic: timeless yet contemporary, rare, yet effortlessly wearable. These distinctive designs capture the spirit of holiday giving at its most elevated, available online at shsilver.com and at Stephen Silver’s new boutique at The Villa Menlo Park in Menlo Park, California.

Blue Sapphire & Diamond Pendant and Diamond Riviera Necklace

Stephen Silver presents a remarkable blue sapphire and diamond halo pendant, centered on a 61.62 carat blue sapphire. The pendant hangs from an equally dazzling diamond riviera necklace, set with expertly graduated diamonds. A stunning, heirloom-quality high jewelry piece that commands all attention, this necklace makes a dazzling gift of a lifetime, one to be worn and treasured for generations to come. 

3.42 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Ring

Effortlessly classic, this sapphire and diamond ring lets its magnificent 3.42 carat oval-cut blue sapphire do the talking.

The exceptional unheated gem is flanked by two magnificent matched baguette-cut diamonds, making this iconic three-stone platinum ring an appealing and unforgettable holiday gift for gem lovers who appreciate the timeless allure of a world-class blue sapphire.

22.62 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Earrings

These alluring sapphire and diamond earrings from Stephen Silver feature a cascade of sapphires and colorless natural diamonds – an ideal holiday gift for the design-forward woman who loves to make a style statement.

The earrings feature 22.62 total carats of rose-cut blue sapphires in various shapes, set amidst a further 1.39 carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds. The blue titanium coating applied to the 18-karat white gold settings only enhances their impactful chromatic effect.

Stephen Silver’s oval diamond link necklace lights up a room with its flashing scintillation and alluring, timeless design. The 16.5” necklace centers on a stunning 9.28 carat oval-cut diamond, set in a landscape format that sits gracefully, as if framed, by the clavicle.

The 18-karat yellow gold adds yet more subtle allure with its links of mixed-cut diamonds, including carré cut (1.9 carats), round brilliant cut (0.42 carats), and oval cuts (3.15 carats). Altogether, this incredible necklace accounts for a total of 14.75 carats in natural diamonds.

13.66 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet

This stunning diamond bypass bangle bracelet by Stephen Silver features 18 graduated emerald cut diamonds set in 18 karat white gold, 13.66 carats in total: a remarkable holiday gift of a lifetime.

An impressive feat of artistry and precision, this design testifies to the eternal allure of natural diamonds and Stephen Silver’s expert eye at curating and presenting this matched group in a timeless, elegant design. The 18-karat white gold bracelet flexes, allowing the owner to easily take it on and off, and enabling hours of effortless wear.

4.56 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Hoops

These unique inside-out hoops from Stephen Silver offer a whimsical update on the diamond hoop earring, making them a versatile, cherished gift that can be worn and enjoyed for years to come.

Each hoop is composed of several diamond clusters inside and out, each with a center rose-cut diamond and halo of round brilliant diamonds. Altogether, these dazzling hoops present 4.56 total carats of rose-cut diamonds and 3.17 total carats of round brilliant-cut diamonds, all of exceptional quality, presented within an 18-karat white gold setting.

Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring

Exceptional in every way, this Burmese ruby and diamond ring from Stephen Silver showcases the majesty of a true Burmese ruby.

The 5.51-carat oval Burmese ruby center stone dazzles with its chromatic depth and expert faceting. The lush red gem is accented on all sides with dazzling diamonds, including a total of 0.81 carats in trapezoid-cut diamonds and 0.31 carats in round brilliant-cut diamonds.

41.15 Carat Ruby and Diamond Bracelet

Stephen Silver revisits a classic Art Deco silhouette with this remarkable ruby and diamond bracelet. Bold, beautiful, and classic, this timeless bracelet stands to make a big impression as the holiday gift of a lifetime.

The wide five-row ruby bracelet features 41.15 total carats of untreated step-cut rubies, framed on either side by round brilliant-cut diamonds (totaling 4.79 carats).

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About Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry

Stephen Silver is a Silicon-Valley based gemologist, geologist, diamantaire, and philanthropist. Over the course of the last 40 years, Silver has established a reputation amongst his global network of jewelry industry contacts and elite gemstone collectors for his expertise in diamond and color gemstone cutting and jewelry design. Following his geology studies at San Diego State University and earning a Graduate Gemologist degree from GIA, Silver later returned to the San Francisco Bay Area to found an estate jewelry firm specializing in antiques and precious stones.

There, he gained access to a number of history’s most important colored gems, including the famous Cullinan Blue Diamond necklace, a historic piece he went on to purchase and donate to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, and later, the Pink Promise Diamond, which he recut and improved, resulting in a record price per carat at auction in 2017. Joined in recent years by son and Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry President Jared Silver, Stephen Silver expanded his business into a vertically integrated wholesale manufacture and retail operation of international reach with an office and retail boutique based in and around Menlo Park, California. For more information, visit shsilver.com

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With the BMW R 12 S, BMW Motorrad is expanding its Heritage range by paying fitting homage to the iconic R 90 S, which in 1973 set the exclamation point for BMW Motorrad with 67 hp, a top speed of 124 mph (considered the “sound barrier” for motorcycles at the time), twin disc front brakes and sporty riding dynamics.

The chief designer at the time, Hans A. Muth, skilfully expressed the sporting ambitions in the design language, marking the R 90 S as the world’s first production motorcycle with a handlebar fairing designed according to aerodynamic principles. A red “90” in the R 90 S’s engine emblem subtly underlined the capabilities of the new BMW and the model became very popular with buyers of the time.

Racing successes helped the BMW R 90 S acquire an iconic image. It didn’t take long for the R 90 S’s image to benefit from racing successes as well. In 1976, Hans-Otto Butenuth and Helmut Dähne celebrated a class victory at the Production TT on the Isle of Man . That same year, Steve McLaughlin (#83) won the prestigious Daytona 200 on a Butler & Smith-prepared R 90 S, and his teammate Reg Pridmore (#163) became the first-ever AMA Superbike champion, with McLaughlin finishing the season in second place. Today, the R 90 S is, as it was back then, one of the most sought-after BMW motorcycles.

The BMW R 12 S brings the spirit of the R 90 S into the present. The new BMW R 12 S takes up the spirit of the R 90 S in its overall concept as well as in numerous details and skilfully brings it into the present. Based on the R 12 nineT, it embodies an authentic and sporty retro motorcycle and combines several ingredients that make up a skilful homage to the R 90 S.

“The defining design elements of our R 12 S include the handlebar-mounted cockpit fairing with tinted windscreen, the seat with contrasting stitching and the Lava Orange Metallic paintwork as a nod to the legendary R 90 S Daytona Orange from 1975. The design is perfectly rounded off by details such as the red “S” on the side panels, the double red line and the brushed and clear-lacquered aluminium surfaces of the tank and seat hump,” explains Alexander Buckan, Head of Design at BMW Motorrad.

European model shown above. US model features a standard short rear with a swingarm mounted license plate frame.

American model with standard short rear and swingarm mounted license plate frame.

Option 719 Wheel Classic II, Billet Packs Shadow and Shadow II, Headlight Pro, Shift Assistant Pro, and more.

The R 12 S underlines the claim of a sporty retro motorcycle with numerous standard features such as the Option 719 Classic II wheels with wire spokes and naturally anodized aluminum rims. The handlebars and fork tubes are painted black and the components of the Billet Shadow and Shadow II packages provide attractive accents. The components of the Billet Pack Shadow are the left and right ignition coil covers, the oil filler screw and the cylinder head covers coated in Avus Black Metallic Matte. The Billet Pack Shadow II includes the footrest system with brake pedal and gear lever, the passenger footrests, the handbrake and clutch levers, the expansion tank covers for the front brake and clutch, as well as the handlebar end mirrors.

Other standard equipment includes Hill Start Control, Gear Shift Assistant Pro, heated grips, cruise control and a short rear with swingarm-mounted license plate holder. For even greater safety when driving at night, the adaptive Headlight Pro cornering light provides better illumination of the road when cornering.

Complete list of original BMW Motorrad accessories for customization.

The BMW R 12 S is based on the BMW R 12 nineT and can therefore be supplemented with all accessories, such as titanium exhaust systems, soft bags or navigation preparation. Additional factory-installed options, such as the tire pressure control (RDC), the anti-theft alarm system (DWA), the intelligent emergency call, the Connected Ride Control and the digital display with micro-TFT screen as an alternative to the classic round instruments.

Standard equipment of the R 12 S

Like all BMW motorcycle models from the 2025 model year, the new R 12 S includes the Ultimate Care running-in service, or “600 Mile Service”, as standard. This included service also offers BMW customers a truly premium experience. Time and mileage limits apply – maximum 6 months from the date of initial service or maximum 750 miles – whichever comes first. 1,170 cc air/oil-cooled 2-cylinder boxer engine, 6-speed gearbox, DOHC cylinder head with 4 radially arranged valves, shaft drive, cast aluminium wheels, BMW Motorrad ABS Pro, BMW Motorrad Paralever, dual disc front brake with radial brake caliper, Dynamic Traction Control DTC, adjustable rear preload, steering stabiliser, upside-down fork with adjustable rebound, compression and preload, 12 V socket, speedometer and rev counter, electronic immobiliser, LED indicators, LED headlight and tail light, USB port, on-board computer, riding modes, adjustable handbrake and clutch levers, keyless driving, chrome manifold, aluminium fuel tank, intelligent emergency call, Ultimate Care running-in service.

R 12 S Daytona Pack   :

  • Lava orange metallic paint.
  • Cockpit fairing.
  • Short rear with integrated LED lighting.
  • Black license plate frame attached to the swing arm.
  • Option 719 Classic II wheels.
  • Hill start assist.
  • Pro Lighthouse.
  • Gear Shift Assistant Pro.
  • Single seat and rear hump protection.
  • Heated handles.
  • Cruise control.
  • Shadow Pack Ticket.
    • Milled Shadow Ignition Coil Covers, Oil Filler Cap, Avus Black Metallic Matte Cylinder Head Covers.
  • Shadow II Ticket Pack
    • Milled shadow brake and gear levers, rider and passenger footrest systems, handbrake and clutch levers, brake reservoir cover, bar end mirrors.
  • Total MSRP: $22,285.00

BMW Group in America :

BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. In the United States, the BMW Group has grown to include marketing, sales and financial services organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group’s global competence center for the BMW X models and assembles the X3, X4, X5, X6 and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles as well as the BMW XM. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the United States by networks of 349 BMW passenger car and Sports Activity Vehicle dealerships, 145 BMW motorcycle dealerships, 104 MINI passenger car dealerships and 38 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealerships. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s North American sales headquarters, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.

Photo credits: 2025 BMW of North America, LLC.

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]]> Mocha Mousse: A Fine Jewelry Capsule Collection from Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry https://canada.amilcarmagazine.com/mocha-mousse-a-fine-jewelry-capsule-collection-from-stephen-silver-fine-jewelry/ Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:21:45 +0000 https://usa.amilcarmagazine.com/?p=932156 Inspired by the 2025 Pantone Color of the Year

Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry presents this “Mocha Mousse” fine jewelry capsule collection, each piece expressing the mellow and demure hue in a range of rare natural gemstones and earthy precious metals.

6.39 Carat Brown Oval Diamond Halo Ring :

This dramatic platinum halo ring by Stephen Silver showcases a GIA certified 6.39 carat oval cut Fancy Dark Orange-Brown diamond. The striking mocha-toned oval diamond is further accented with a diamond halo and diamond-set shank, altogether, set with 40 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.83 carats.

10.73 Carat Brown Diamond Domed Ring :

A piece that looks as though it’s from another world, this unique domed ring from Stephen Silver is crafted in 18 karat white gold with black rhodium treatment – a dramatic backdrop for its scintillating array of brown diamonds totaling 10.73 carats.

71.69 Carat Citrine and Diamond Bracelet :

Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry presents this showstopping citrine and diamond bracelet – a stand-out fine jewelry design that juxtaposes lush organic hues against a geometric, neo-Deco design. The stunning bracelet features 71.69 total carats of emerald cut citrines, and 1.94 total carats of round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18 karat white gold.

Tahitian and Freshwater Pearl Necklace :

This romantic pearl strand from Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry is comprised of multi color Tahitian and freshwater pearls that range in size from 11.5mm to 12.9mm – a lustrous strand of Mocha Mousse and complementary hues. The alluring necklace is finished with an 18-karat white gold clasp and chain, accented with two pave set drops containing 1.19 total carats of diamonds.

44.56 Carat Briolette Diamond Chandelier Earrings :

These elegant platinum chandelier earrings from Stephen Silver are crowned with two cushion-cut diamonds of 2.31 total carat weight. A cascade of briolette cut brown diamonds totaling 44.56 total carats emanates below, accented with a further 9.46 total carats of baguette and round brilliant cut colorless diamonds.

7.08 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings :

Dazzling yet classic, these 18 karat rose gold hoop earrings from Stephen Silver capture the mocha mousse moment with their high polished 18 karat rose gold finish. Set with over 420 round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total of 7.08 carats, these hoop earrings sparkle from every angle.

0.81 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet :

A unique twist to a classic bangle, this expandable bracelet from Stephen Silver, crafted in 14 karat rose gold, contains 0.81 total carats round brilliant cut diamonds. It’s the perfectly pretty and practical accessory for all occasions.

Discover more original, high-end fine jewelry designs from Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry at The Villa Menlo Park, Silicon Valley’s leading jeweler and timepiece salon and one of the world’s foremost experts in rare color gemstones.

About Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry :

Stephen Silver is a Silicon-Valley based gemologist, geologist, diamonteer, and philanthropist. Over the course of the last 40 years, Silver has established a reputation amongst his global network of jewelry industry contacts and elite gemstone collectors for his expertise in diamond and color gemstone cutting and jewelry design. Following his geology studies at San Diego State University and earning a Graduate Gemologist degree from GIA, Silver later returned to the San Francisco Bay Area to found an estate jewelry firm specializing in antiques and precious stones. There, he gained access to a number of history’s most important colored gems, including the famous Cullinan Blue Diamond necklace, a historic piece he went on to purchase and donate to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, and later, the Pink Promise Diamond, which he recut and improved, resulting in a record price per carat at auction in 2017. Joined in recent years by son and Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry President Jared Silver, Stephen Silver expanded his business into a vertically integrated wholesale manufacture and retail operation of international reach with an office and retail boutique based in and around Menlo Park, California.

For more information, visit shsilver.com

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  • 500 El Camino Real, Suite 300
  • Menlo Park, CA 94025
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