Chatila jewellers were founded in 1860. A family-run business, each member of the Chatila family is an established expert in dealing with rare diamonds and other precious and semi-precious stones.
Chatila is one of the few luxury brand companies remaining, having been in business for as long as it has, which is still a family-run enterprise: a company where the name on the door is the same as the people who run the company on a day-to-day basis. This places it in a unique category, allowing the deliverance of that all important, personal touch when dealing with clients.
Chatila clients can expect to find rare and coloured, highly sought-after stones in any of its locations, although Chatila also exhibits at various Jewellery and Fine Art Exhibitions around the world throughout the year.
In the 1970’s management of the company was transferred to Geneva, Switzerland. The transfer brought with it an abundance of fresh ideas and new designs that have proven extremely popular with the Chatila clientele. Chatila’s principal showroom, on the opulent Rue du Rhône, in Geneva, remains a fashionable shopping venue for clients who seek that rare and exclusive piece of jewellery which is second to none.
Chatila also offers its clients a signature line of stylish and classic watches, adorned with precious stones, of the highest quality and craftsmanship. Many of the timepieces in the original "Royal Diamond" collection, which was Chatila’s first, have long become collector’s items.
Nicolas Chatila and his three sons, Marwan, Edward and Carlos all participate in the selection and evaluation of unique and rare stones. Chatila owns one of a mere fist-full of known red diamonds in the world and has had phenomenal stones pass through its ownership including the 57-carat “Rangoon Splendour”, which is the world’s largest gem-quality ruby and the legendary 87-carat D flawless “Hapsburg” diamond which once belonged to the Austrian Crown.
Chatila’s flagship store in Old Bond Street, Mayfair; London’s prestigious jewellery region; attracts celebrities and members of the elite and affluent alike; who often shop by appointment to ensure discretion with their purchases. On many an occasion clients have been drawn to Chatila jewellery from the spectacular window displays.
It is not uncommon for the Chatila family to go to great lengths to assist in customising a particular jewellery suite to the preference of an important client with an important engagement to attend. The Chatila family share their passion for the jewellery with their clients and understand the need for it to look perfect.
There has always been a steady influx of interest in Chatila jewellery among celebrities, which has increased in recent years. Chatila is quietly confident in its business and its ever-growing reputation amongst genuine collectors of exquisite jewellery.
With its 150 year history, and having gained notoriety for its designs and craftsmanship, the Chatila family has established beyond question that its jewellery is timeless and fashionable. These are the qualities that give Chatila its place among the top diamond and gem traders in the world.