By Erika Winters
Rio Tinto has debuted a luxurious statement necklace that combines two of the most valuable gemstones for the first time, Argyle pink diamonds and Imperial jade. The Argyle Empress, designed by Hong Kong jeweler Chow Tai Fook, is comprised of over 43 carats of Argyle pink diamonds and 33 Imperial jade beads. Included are five signature Pink Tender diamonds collected over the past five years, set in two pink diamond flowers depicting the Hong Kong Camellia.