NEW YORK (June 4, 2026)
Certified Portuguese Filigree, one of Portugal’s oldest and most intricate artistic traditions, is entering a new international chapter. Long revered in Portugal yet little known abroad, the centuries-old craft transforms ultra-fine strands of 19.2-karat gold into elaborate handmade jewelry, preserving a rare form of artistry now practiced by a declining number of master artisans.
Following its first U.S. presentation at Printemps New York, The Value of Time Group (O Valor do Tempo) is advancing a global strategy to expand awareness of Certified Portuguese Filigree while safeguarding its future. The initiative includes the planned Q4 2026 opening of Joalharia do Carmo’s first international filigree boutique at Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, bringing the Portuguese art form to one of the world’s most-visited cultural destinations.
António Quaresma, Founder, The Value of Time Group: “Certified Portuguese Filigree is one of Portugal’s most extraordinary art forms, but it has never had the international visibility its beauty, complexity, and uniqueness deserve. We believe this is the right moment to bring it to the world…Our goal is to position Portuguese Filigree where it belongs: within the conversation of jewelry making at the highest level.”
The New York presentation forms part of a broader international strategy centered on cultural preservation through commercial sustainability. Later this year, Joalharia do Carmo is expected to open its first international filigree boutique at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, introducing Portuguese filigree to one of the world’s most visited cultural destinations.
For The Value of Time Group, the expansion represents more than a retail initiative. It is part of a long-term effort to preserve an endangered craft by creating new demand, supporting artisan training, advancing certification standards, and educating consumers about the cultural significance behind every piece.
Today, Certified Portuguese Filigree combines centuries-old craftsmanship with modern authentication technologies, ensuring both provenance and quality while positioning the art form for a new generation of collectors and luxury consumers.
As global interest grows in authenticity, heritage, and handmade luxury, Portuguese filigree is emerging not as a relic of the past, but as a living cultural tradition finding renewed relevance on the international stage.