When Anant Ambani's 50-Carat Diamond Brooch Stole The Show At His Jamnagar Pre-wedding as Bash

As Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant prepare to marry today, their lavish wedding journey makes it to the much-awaited day. The celebrations began in March with pre-wedding events in Jamnagar, followed by an extravagant four-day cruise in Europe, culminating in today's highly anticipated wedding at the Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai.

The wedding festivities have been nothing short of opulent, with dazzling outfits and stunning jewellery, watches taking centre stage. Among these treasures, one piece stood out: Anant Ambani's custom lion brooch, featuring a breathtaking 50-carat diamond.

Anant Ambani's 50-carat diamond lion brooch

Crafted by renowned jewellery designer Lorraine Schwartz, the lion brooch is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship. The brooch is adorned with intricate yellow diamonds forming the lion's body and mane, while its eyes are set with emeralds, known for their spiritual healing properties. The crowning jewel, a 50-carat diamond, hangs from the lion's mouth, drawing admiration and awe.

Schwartz detailed the brooch's creation process in an interview with Forbes, emphasising the meticulous attention to detail. The yellow diamonds were selected in various shades to enhance the lion's mane's texture and depth. The lion itself is perched on a pedestal made of white diamonds with an Asscher cut, symbolizing humility and strength.

Wishing the couple a happy married life, the high-end jewellery designer, Lorraine Schwartz, mentioned, "So excited for the upcoming wedding of this amazing couple Radhika & Anant. I especially enjoyed working on the vivid yellow diamond Lion brooch for Anant at their pre wedding celebration in Jamnagar. It was spectacular and their love for the animals at their incredible animal sanctuaty #vantara was inspiring. I was truly in owe!
It was a once in a lifetime 🦁🌳❤️."

Redefining India's wedding scene with intricate designs

The wedding celebrations, steeped in culturally rooted designs as the couple dictated high-end fashion pieces with Lord Krishna motifs to parental jewellery. Anant Ambani's brooch, in particular, reflects his deep love for animals. Anant founded the animal rehabilitation center Vantara, and the lion brooch symbolizes his commitment to wildlife preservation.

The brooch also represents the couple's love and Anant's personal qualities, which Schwartz highlighted. She described the groom as possessing the lion's distinct traits, including a loving heart and strong determination, making the brooch a fitting symbol for this momentous occasion.

As the Ambani-Merchant wedding unfolds, the lion brooch remains a standout piece, encapsulating the grandeur and personal significance of the event.