Nita Ambani’s Rs 15 crore dragonfly brooch took 10 years to create

Nita Ambani, the director of Reliance Industries and founder of Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre, wowed at the opening of the Library with a striking Soaring Spirit brooch. Created by renowned jeweler Wallace Chan, the dragonfly-inspired accessory took Chan a decade to complete. Featuring a 17.67-carat tsavorite garnet, diamonds in various colors, ruby, pink sapphire, and titanium, the piece is valued between $1.5 and $1.8 million, or approximately ₹12 crore to ₹15 crore.

Inspired by the dragonfly's symbolism of dreams, freedom, and infinite possibilities, the brooch embodies themes of transformation, wonder, and discovery. Chan explains that the wings represent an abacus, a calculator, and a system of measurement, while the dragonfly calculates the strength needed to soar and adapt to its environment. The titanium body allows the piece to move with the wearer, unbound by earthly limitations.

Nita Ambani opted for a stylish beige pantsuit with lace details, loose waves in her hair, and additional diamonds from her personal collection to complement the dragonfly brooch at the library's opening event. The newly opened Library serves as a hub for curious minds, offering a blend of reading, conversation, food, and cultural experiences in one space.