08 Jun 2026
Turquoise Mountain to launch latest artisan collections at Jewellery Show 2026
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Turquoise Mountain is delighted to be exhibiting at the Jewellery Show for the first time in 2026, launching its latest handmade collections by master artisans in Afghanistan, Myanmar, and Palestine.
“As a charity supporting artisans to protect and revitalise cultural heritage, we connect
artisans to international customers, fostering excellence in craftsmanship and creating
sustainable incomes,” says Katherine Andrews, Creative Manager at Turquoise Mountain.
“We have been working with the very best master jewellery makers in Afghanistan,
Myanmar, and Palestine over many months to produce these collections and are thrilled to
be showcasing them at the Jewellery Show this year.”
In addition to creating its own ranges, Turquoise Mountain has partnered with prestigious
retailers and designers globally for 20 years, helping them work with master artisans to
produce custom collections that marry the exceptional skills of the designer with those of the
artisan maker. Collaborators include Pippa Small, Eli Halili, and Ottoman Hands.
“Facilitating collaborations is a key part of what Turquoise Mountain does,” Andrews adds. “It
is a wonderful opportunity for designers and retailers to create unique collections for their
customers, that utilise the extraordinary skills and making traditions of the artisans we
support in Afghanistan, Myanmar, and the Middle East. We are excited at the prospect of
meeting potential new partners at the show.”
The Caravanna Collection: Jewels of the Journey, a Tribute to the Silk Road
Inspired by the timeless beauty of the Silk Road, the Caravanna Collection is a tribute to the
journeys of ancient travellers and the talented artisans we work with. Each piece captures a
sense of adventure and wonder, guided by the stars. The gemstones — lapis lazuli,
carnelian, nephrite, amethyst, and black onyx — hark back to the jewels traded and
cherished along these ancient trade routes, while symbols such as crescent moons, circles,
triangles, and flowers weave tales of continuity, balance, and growth.
Artisan and Partner Quotes
“When I see my pieces being worn by someone, I feel so happy and encouraged to do more
and learn more about this craft...My dream is to keep working on my craft and to be able to
support my family and team, who depend on me”
Mahdi, Jeweller, Kabul
“Our partnership with Turquoise Mountain has been nothing short of inspiring. It’s deeply
meaningful for us as a brand to contribute to work that directly supports artisans and their
families”
Deniz Gurdal, Ottoman Hands
“I have had the pleasure of working with Turquoise Mountain since 2008. Over the years I
have seen first-hand how craft, creativity and making beautiful things brings pride,
confidence, sustainable employment and has positively changed perceptions around the role
of artisans, cultural heritage, and women’s contribution in these fields”
Pippa Small, Pippa Small Jewellery
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Turquoise Mountain is a charity supporting artisans and communities to protect and
revitalise cultural heritage. Founded in 2006 by His Majesty King Charles III, we work directly
with artisan communities in Afghanistan, Jordan, Myanmar, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, and
Syria. To date, we have trained and employed over 11,500 artisans, restored more than 180
historic buildings, provided primary healthcare to over 275,000 patients, and education and
cultural heritage programmes to over 4,500 children.
Partnering with prestigious international clients, we have brought over $41 million worth of
craft products to market, sharing world-class traditions with a global audience and bringing
vital income back to the artisan communities we work with. Our brand partners and clients
include Asprey, Pippa Small, Christopher Farr Rugs, Creative Matters, interior designers Guy
Oliver and Robert Couturier, and luxury hotels including The Connaught, Four Seasons, and
Fairmont. Together we develop products and bespoke commissions inspired by heritage
traditions for contemporary markets. We also collaborate with major cultural institutions to
commission and exhibit artisans’ work – from the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha to the
Smithsonian Museum in Washington DC.
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