The animal kingdom is an endless source of inspiration for both designers and jewellery collectors. This in turn, has spun intricate gem-studded pieces that appeal to the child in all of us. From Chanel and Tiffany & Co, to Cartier these 10 adorable examples will charm animal-lovers’ hearts. Story originally appeared in Hong Kong Tatler November 2017.
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Above Credit: Boucheron

Boucheron

Husky ring set with an antique cushion-cut Burmese sapphire surrounded by diamonds, spinels and sapphires.

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Above Credit: Boucheron

Boucheron

Raccoon ring set with diamonds, sapphires, onyx and wood.

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Above Credit: Tiffany & Co

Tiffany & Co

Schlumberger Butterfly clip in platinum and yellow gold with diamonds, sapphires, emeralds and turquoise

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Tiffany & Co

Schlumberger Cricket clip in yellow gold and platinum with sapphires, diamonds, emeralds and a pink sapphire eye

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Above Credit: Cartier

Cartier

Panthère de Cartier necklace made with sapphire beads and a panther set with diamonds, sapphire, onyx and emeralds

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Above Credit: Cartier

Cartier

High Jewellery collection parrot ring watch in 18K white gold set with onyx, emerald and diamonds

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Above Credit: Chanel

Chanel 

Lion Vénitien earrings in white gold set with brilliant- and pear-cut diamonds

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Above Credit: Chanel

Chanel

Lion Rugissant bracelet in white gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds and carved onyx

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Above Credit: Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels

Lucky Animals Cat clip in yellow gold, onyx and tiger’s eye; Lucky Animals

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Above Credit: Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels

Lucky Animals Dog clip in yellow gold set with white mother-of-pearl and onyx

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