The gems are mounted on an intricately crafted 18k white gold frame. Arabo, founder of Jacob & Co. who designed the crown, said he was “inspired by the symbiosis of exquisite beauty and moral courage of Ukrainian women.” The Miss Ukraine organisation hosted the coronation ceremony for the 30th edition of the national pageant on 21 October 2021 at the Ukraine Palace, where stunning contenders from all over the coun- try competed against each other for the opportunity to represent Ukraine at the upcoming Miss World, Miss Earth and Miss International pageants. At the end of the event, Aleksandra Yaremchuk was crowned as Miss Ukraine 2021 and will represent the country at Miss World 2021. The 22-year-old business management graduate and professional dancer bested 24 other finalists for the tit- le. She shared the joy of her victory on social media: “Happy to be Miss Ukraine 2021! Unforgettable day in my life, unsurpassed emotions. Thank you Miss Ukraine organisation for such an opportunity. I will soon go to Puerto Rico for the international competition Miss World to represent Ukraine.” Discover the magnificence of Hotel Danieli, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice, a magical storyteller of the city’s historic grandeur and refined home to travellers and globetrotters since 1822. Journey through our 200 year legacy of hospitality while experiencing the true essence of the destination. Jacob & Co. also created the 2019 Miss World America crown, made entirely of 18K white gold and set with 546 G Colour VS1 white diamonds that amounted to 95 carats, and 18 Columbian pear-shaped emeralds that totalled 164 carats. It has a value in excess of $12 million and is believed to be the most valuable pageant crown ever made. The original crown is currently on display at the Jacob & Co flagship in New York. Jacob & Co.’s high jewellery, regularly appear on red carpets, magazine covers and adorn the world’s most famous celebrities. Since establishing his namesake company, Jacob Arabo has always innovated jewellery design and makes sure to highlight incredible gemstone. “I have to create,” says Arabo.” My dream has always been to invent things that haven’t been done before. For the brand, it’s about making the impossible a reality… “I’ve always had a good eye,” Arabo remembers. “I think it was the photography training I had in the former USSR.
