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Film Star Royalty
Milla Jovovich wore Yvan Tufenkjian White Diamond Bracelets to the Shanghai Film Festival Closing Ceremony on Sunday in Shanghai, China.
When Leon Tufenkjian found himself making fine jewellery in his attic in 1909, little did he know history was about to be made.
A young, hardworking man whose uncompromising nature and profound craftsmanship to create jewels is driven by a deep reverence, Leon Tufenkjian opened his first shop in the historical Beirut Gold Souk.
From its very first collections, his humble creations marked the beginning of a marvelous journey that welcomed his three sons.
As young apprentices to their father, the Tufenkjian brothers learned the exacting art and science of precious jewellery making, and brought in their knowledge, independent spirit and experience to an unfeeling jewellery industry.
They understood why unique, quality jewellery is important to individuals in the first place: to celebrate special occasions, commemorate momentous accomplishments, honor the deepest relationships and capture the unspeakable beauty of life and those who matter most.
Uniting the nobility and expertise of jewellery making, the Tufenkjian brothers strived prosperously over the next 50 years, catapulting their reputation of fine and exquisite jewellery in Lebanon and the region.
Of the three Tufenkjian brothers, Yvan, master craftsman and the creative force behind each masterpiece, decided to branch out on his own and follow the footsteps of a new generation of precious jewellery, operating under “Yvan Tufenkjian Fine Jewellery”.
A fine jeweler, Yvan Tufenkjian’s passion to bring avant-garde masterpieces to life is bounded by his personal vision and own ideas.
He knows and understands that jewels and gemstones are meant to be kept in tradition, but are not restricted to it.
Instead, revolutionary design and intricate craftsmanship embody his creations, with each jewel meticulously handled and carefully crafted to reflect the crossroads of Eastern and Western cultures.
Today, the brand is exclusively operated as a family enterprise, with members of the second and third generation working closely together to continue the family’s legacy.
The boutique in Downtown Beirut’s Foch Avenue serves as a flagship store for the brand.