Every Significant Piece Begins With Discovery
Australian sapphires, artist made jewellery and bespoke commissions
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Courtesy of the Artist is a jewellery house dedicated to life's significant moments and contemporary jewellery culture.
Through gemstones, artists and thoughtful curation, we bring people and creative voices together to create one of a kind pieces that carry meaning, memory and lasting value.
PROPOSALS, ANNIVERSARIES & HEIRLOOMS
THE SAPPHIRE COLLECTION
NOT EVERY STORY BEGINS WITH A DESIGN
Most jewellers begin with a design.
We begin with discovery.
For more than twenty years, Nina Cueva has assembled a remarkable collection of Australian sapphires and rare gemstones. Every stone has been selected for its colour, character and potential.
Many clients arrive with a design in mind.
Others arrive with no idea where to begin.
The discovery process creates space for unexpected connections, allowing the right stone and the right story to emerge.
Significant moments
The Proposal
The Sapphire That Waited
A one of a kind engagement ring created around an extraordinary gemstone.
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The Anniversary
Twenty Years Together
A meaningful piece that marks time, memory and shared experiences.
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The Heirloom
A Ring For The Next Generation
Transform inherited stones and treasured objects into something newly meaningful.
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THE COTA COLLECTIVE
MEET THE ARTISTS
Behind every Courtesy of the Artist commission is a carefully chosen creative partner.
Our collective brings together some of Australia's most respected contemporary jewellers, designers and makers. Each artist brings a distinct aesthetic, technical expertise and way of seeing the world.
Rather than asking every artist to work the same way, we celebrate their differences.
As part of the commission process, we thoughtfully pair each project with the artist whose creative voice is best suited to the story being told.
It is this approach that allows every piece to feel truly one of a kind.
Available Now
Selected artist made pieces and gemstones Available now
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OPAL PENDANT
18K Yellow Gold & Australian Opal
$1850
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CORNFLOUR BLUE AUSTRALIAN SAPPHIRE
3.45 CT
$8850
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PEARL PENDANT
18K Yellow Gold & Australian Freshwater Pearl
$2850
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THE GEM CURATOR
NINA CUEVA
For more than twenty years, Nina has been building a world around contemporary jewellery.
What began with a fascination for Australian sapphires evolved into a broader practice of collecting, curating and connecting remarkable people, objects and ideas.
Today, Nina oversees every facet of Courtesy of the Artist. She curates the gemstone collection, develops artist relationships, shapes exhibitions, assembles collections and guides clients through some of life's most significant purchases.
At the heart of her approach is a belief that meaningful jewellery is never simply bought.
It is discovered.
By thoughtfully bringing together gemstones, artists and stories, Nina helps create pieces that feel deeply personal and entirely unique.
Part curator, part guide and part matchmaker, she is the thread that connects every Courtesy of the Artist commission.
THE COTA DIFFERENCE
WHERE GEMSTONES, ARTISTS AND STORIES MEET
THE GEM
The beginning of the story
THE ARTIST
The creative voice
THE WEARER
The future custodian
THE PARTI
An evening with Cesar Cueva Jewellery
Collectors, artists and friends gathered for an evening celebrating the latest collection from Cesar Cueva Jewellery. Explore the exhibition, the conversations and the pieces that shaped the event.
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A new arrival
Recently added to the collection, this remarkable Australian sapphire stood apart for its colour, character and rarity. Discover the story behind one of our latest gemstone discoveries.
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The Reveal
The ring is only part of the story. Created in collaboration with The Future Artifact, The Reveal transforms a commission into a lasting keepsake inspired by memory, place and connection.
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THE PARTI
The Parti is our ongoing journal exploring Australian sapphires, artist profiles, commission stories, exhibitions and the ideas that shape contemporary jewellery culture.
Read the latest stories from the house.
THE RIGHT STONE
THE RIGHT ARTIST
THE RIGHT STORY
Every meaningful piece begins with discovery.
Book a private discovery session and explore gemstones, artists and ideas in a relaxed, personal setting. Together, we'll uncover the story that will shape your piece.