The Precious (La Précieuse)

52 genuine garnets and 160 genuine emeralds — 212 gemstones totalling 20.4 carats — hand-set in a mosaic of eggshell and beetle wings.

The most luxurious memorial urn in the collection. Each gemstone is certified by a French gemmologist. 50+ layers of lacquer. 4–5 months of creation. The gemstones represent 212 moments of a life — each stone a memory.

This is not an urn — it is a museum treasure.

Sizes

Keepsake (1 L) — In stock. Ships within 5–7 business days.
Adult (3.5 L) — Made to order. +50% surcharge, 4–5 months.

Materials

• Hand-turned hevea wood base
• 52 genuine garnets (certified)
• 160 genuine emeralds (certified)
• Total: 20.4 carats
• Eggshell and beetle elytra inlay
• 50+ layers of natural lacquer (traditional Khmer technique)

Includes certificate of authenticity with gemstone certification.

Production: 4–5 months

Symbolism

212 gemstones represent 212 moments of a precious life. Each garnet (52) symbolises a year, passion, and love. Each emerald (160) represents hope, memory, and renewal. The ultimate expression of a life's infinite value, captured in eternal art.

The Artisan

Eric Stocker is a fourth-generation French lacquer master with 47 years of experience. He trained under Pierre Bobot, the last guardian of 18th-century European lacquer techniques, and spent 25 years restoring masterpieces for France's Mobilier National.

Since 1998, he has lived in Cambodia, reviving the ancient lacquer tradition and training over 350 local artisans. Recipient of the Trophée des Français de l'étranger 2018, awarded by the French Senate.

Personalisation

Initials in gold lacquer — +2 days, upon request
Thematic design — +14 days, upon request

Contact: info@lacquermemorial.com

Shipping

DHL Express international shipping included. Professional packaging with full insurance and real-time tracking. Transit: 3–7 business days.

Customs duties (0–30%) are not included and remain the buyer's responsibility.