New York atelier creating fantasy-inspired high jewelry with rare, colorful gemstones and old-world craftsmanship.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
luxury
Founded in 1985 by Armenian jewelers Arsavir Zarokyan and Aras Tritirian, Cicada Jewelry is a New York City-based high jewelry house that operates as a traditional atelier. Rooted in the belief that jewelry should be a "fantasy-like" escape, the brand is renowned for its masterful use of exotic, vibrant gemstones—such as Paraiba tourmalines, conch pearls, and unheated sapphires—set in intricate platinum and 18k gold designs. Unlike commercial jewelers, Cicada designs each piece around the unique character of a specific center stone, resulting in one-of-a-kind creations that often feature whimsical, nature-inspired motifs like dragonflies, butterflies, and floral forms.