Andrea Broggian (left) with his colleagues at Mimi stall at Alfardan pavilion. PICTURE: Sami el Thalathini
Middle East, in particular the oil-rich Gulf region and China are going to be the major markets for jewels in coming years, according to Italian jewel maker Andrea Broggian.
The Milan-based company  has displayed a large number of jewel collections at the ongoing ninth edition of the Doha Jewellery and Watches exhibition at Doha Exhibitions Centre. It has exhibited several pieces identified by the brand Mimi.
Though relatively new in jewels business, Broggian has carved a niche for himself and Mimi in the industry with the introduction of a number of gemstones which have caught the imagination of the connoisseurs in less than 15 years. The company however has been in similar line of activities for more than four decades.
Juliet, one of their prime collections, illuminated with a host of white sapphires, is quite appealing to the region’s clientele and inquiries are coming from households across the GCC, said Antonella Scampini, a spokesperson of the company.
The company’s stone-rich necklaces, and bracelets, all handcrafted are designed with garnets and blue topazes among others.
At Alfardan Jewellery pavilion for the second year running, company officials feel sky is the limit for jewels as far as this region is concerned.
Mimi’s white version of necklaces, ear rings and a trilogy ring, christened as Leela, stand unique in both design and appearance.  
Blanche, the company’s rare baroque pearls, are somewhat unique in their appearance.
There are too many uniquely built rings to choose from in the price range between $2,000 and $3,000 at the company’s stall.