In a U.S. first, certified Portuguese Filigree, one of Europe’s most intricate and culturally significant jewelry traditions, arrives this May 18–24, 2026, at Printemps New York with an exclusive live artisan demonstration and limited exhibition.

Guests will witness master jewelry artisans shape 19.2-karat gold into impossibly fine filigree threads thinner than a strand of hair, crafted entirely by hand, without molds or mechanization. Each piece is unique, defined by time, precision, and the artisan’s hand.

A curated exhibition of certified Portuguese Filigree jewelry will be presented at Printemps New York from May 18–24, 2026, alongside live jewelry-making demonstrations, marking the first U.S. showcase of this ancestral Portuguese craft.

The presentation also highlights a global jewelry-industry milestone: the first formal certification system for Portuguese Filigree, establishing rigorous standards of authenticity, provenance, and craftsmanship for this centuries-old art form.

About Certified Portuguese Filigree

Certified Portuguese Filigree preserves and advances a centuries-old goldsmithing tradition indelibly linked to Portuguese culture and heritage. Each certified jewelry piece is handcrafted by master artisans using 19.2-karat gold drawn into fine threads and shaped without mechanization of any kind, resulting in one-of-a-kind jewelry defined by time, precision, and heritage. 

Certified Portuguese Filigree is a contemporary expression of high jewelry that combines generational craftsmanship with rigorous certification standards and unique hallmarks. Each authenticated piece is certified by ACertifica and UniqueMark® Digital Certificates, issued by the Assay Office of the Portuguese Mint through the official Contrastaria app. Learn more.

About The Value of Time Group

Since the 1990s, The Value of Time Group has been dedicated to advancing and preserving traditional Portuguese arts, history, and culture with 13 brands present in 13 cities in Portugal and New York City. Rooted in origins and authenticity, the Lisbon-based, family-owned company has always sought to preserve the country’s ancestral crafts and artisanal methods while offering soulful, unforgettable experiences to its diverse retail and hospitality clientele, through a network of museums, restaurants, retail experiences, and distinct products.

The Value of Time Group actively supports a nationwide federation of filigree jewelry artisans and developed a framework for Certified Portuguese Filigree certification to affirm each piece’s authenticity and quality. By underwriting their creativity and building a sustainable retail distribution pipeline through historic Lisbon jeweler Joalharia do Carmo and select overseas partners, the company acts on its people-centered mission and brings the wonder and artistry of Certified Portuguese Filigree to the world. For more information, visit ovalordotempo.pt/en/home.

About Printemps New York

Printemps New York is the first U.S. location of the iconic French retailer. Bringing Parisian luxury and modern design to Manhattan’s Financial District, the 55,000-square-foot, two-floor destination features interiors by Laura Gonzales and a culinary program led by award-winning chef Gregory Gourdet.

Rooted in Printemps’ 160-year legacy of innovation, Printemps New York offers a curated mix of exclusive and first-to-market brands across fashion, beauty, home, and lifestyle, alongside seasonal collaborations and elevated services. Printemps New York blends Parisian heritage with contemporary creativity to redefine the modern luxury retail experience.

DANIEL QUINTANILLA