The Portofino Ring: A Whisper of …

Written By Hector Sanchez

The Portofino Ring: A Whisper of the Riviera, Forged in Enduring Gold

While the sea's immense power inspires our most ambitious designs, sometimes true luxury lies in the quietude of a perfect harbor. At Aumaris, we look to the serene convergence of land and water—a place of timeless, effortless elegance. The new Portofino Ring captures this sophistication, offering a distinct departure from the wave's roar to embrace the whisper of a sun-drenched coast.

The Inspiration

Picture the Italian Riviera: the gentle rocking of classic yachts, the deep turquoise of the Ligurian Sea, and the charming, understated style of Portofino. This ring translates that serene beauty into wearable art. It is a tangible reflection of la dolce vita, meant to be worn daily as a subtle, shimmering reminder of perpetual summer and flawless taste.

The Craftsmanship

Crafted exclusively in solid 18K gold, the Portofino Ring is an heirloom in the making. Our artisans meticulously sculpt the delicate rope motif, achieving a visual and tactile richness that elevates it beyond a standard band. The finished texture catches the light with a unique, rippling luminosity, much like the water in a sheltered bay. It is this fine attention to detail that sets a luxury piece apart.

The Versatility & Meaning

The Portofino Ring offers quiet confidence. Its slim profile makes it ideal for sophisticated stacking alongside larger anchor pieces, yet its intricate craftsmanship ensures it shines brilliantly when worn alone. It is more than just jewelry; it is a symbol of an enduring bond, a personal testament to a journey cherished. It is a classic.

Bring the timeless elegance of the Riviera into your everyday.

Explore The Portofino Ring and the Women's Heritage Collection.

Hector Sanchez
Aumaris original Nautical Jewelry is handcrafted with a natural approach to jewelry design, to ensure each piece is environmentally friendly, socially responsible and unique.
Hector Sanchez was born, the second child of a master jeweler. He is the one to inherit a legacy of jewelry craftsmanship that spanned three generations. Like his father before him, Hector enjoys the art of jewelry making. 
At the age of 16, Hector embarked on an apprenticeship under his father, who taught him the jeweler’s art along with family honored techniques Hector still employs to this day. The rigors of his father’s strict training forged both masterful design skills and an uncompromising work ethic rooted in hard work, perseverance and love for his craft.

 

 Hector moved to California and worked for eight years in the Los Angeles jewelry district, where he fine-tuned his skills. It was here in the City of Angels that he met sailor and entrepreneur, Bob Bitchin.
Bob shared with Hector his frustration with finding an artist who could bring his vision of a hefty sailor gold bracelet to life (Bob is 6'4"). Hector volunteered to give it a try. He did, and Bob loved it. So much so that in 1990 he joined forces with Hector to start a nautical jewelry business, and together they created among others the original Turks-Head Comfort Rings. After a few years, Bob decided to cast off and sail into the sunset, while Hector continued designing unique fine nautical jewelry.
To this day Hector continues to work on new designs from his studio in Hawaii, creating some of the most beautiful enduring jewelry designs with his wife Chris; the love of his life.

 

 

 

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