Rodrigo Risivi Visionary Artist of High Jewelry

Every exceptional piece of jewelry is born from a vision. For Risivi & Co., that vision belongs to Rodrigo Risivi, an artist who has blended the legacy of three generations of jewelers with a bold, contemporary aesthetic.

His signature is not simply a logo, but an approach, a philosophy that he calls “minimal exaggerated”: a perfect balance between the purity of form and the boldness of soul-catching detail.

Rodrigo does not create simple ornaments; he molds symbols of identity, works of art in 18-karat gold and natural diamonds that celebrate the unique achievements, passions, and stories of the wearer.

From Music to Jewelry

The story of Risivi & Co. does not begin in an old goldsmith store, but in 2016, within the walls of a music studio. Immersed in the creative energy of the hip hop scene, Rodrigo senses an unexpressed desire: to transform success and personal identity into something tangible, something eternal. Observing artists and recognizing his family's deep connection to high jewelry, the idea was born.

Together with her sister, an experienced jewelry designer, and her brother Riccardo, an active partner in the project, she began a path of experimentation. The first works in bronze and silver are the initial chapters of a story destined to evolve. But it is with a bet, a countercultural choice, that Rodrigo defines his destiny.

The Turn: Gold, Diamonds and Confidence

While many suggested a cautious approach, Rodrigo chose the path of uncompromising excellence. The real breakthrough came with the creation of the first, iconic gold and natural diamond jewelry, the Heartbreaker, for Wayne of the Dark Polo Gang. That piece is not only a success, but the validation of a vision: focusing exclusively on noble materials and impeccable craftsmanship.

Since then, his path has been dotted with collaborations that have made their mark on the collective imagination.

The Turn: Gold, Diamonds and Confidence

While many suggested a cautious approach, Rodrigo chose the path of uncompromising excellence. The real breakthrough came with the creation of the first, iconic gold and natural diamond jewelry, the Heartbreaker, for Wayne of the Dark Polo Gang. That piece is not only a success, but the validation of a vision: focusing exclusively on noble materials and impeccable craftsmanship.

Since then, his path has been dotted with collaborations that have made their mark on the collective imagination:

The "Colorful" Cross for Sfera Ebbasta

The Colorful Cross made in partnership with world-renowned artist Romero Britto, is considered one of the most important high jewelry creations ever made in Italy, a bridge between music, art and luxury.

For Rodrigo, it was the creation that launched his reputation as a visionary jewelry artist.

The "Colorful" Cross for Sfera Ebbasta

The Colorful Cross made in partnership with world-renowned artist Romero Britto, is considered one of the most important high jewelry creations ever made in Italy, a bridge between music, art and luxury.

For Rodrigo, it was the creation that launched his reputation as a visionary jewelry artist.

The Jewel for Marcell Jacobs

A moment Rodrigo describes as the most exciting of his career. An insight led him to create a piece of jewelry for the athlete first Of his historic Olympic victory. A symbol of confidence, a talisman that shared the burden of a dream turned legend.

It is about the pendant emoji in gold and natural diamonds, with the flag of Italy that Marcell wears during the interview after the victory.

For the world's fastest diamond Rodrigo then designed the Risivi Champions Chain.

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The Icon Cross
Tony Effe's Cross

Rodrigo asserts himself with impact by creating one of the heaviest and most complex pendants in the’italian high jewelry.

The Cross Icon, an explicit request from Tony Effe, a longtime and loyal Risivi & Co customer, made of 18 kt gold, white and rose, and baguette-cut natural diamonds.

It is a record pendant: 19 cm long, weighing more than half a kilo, over 60 carats of natural diamonds.

Together with the Cuban necklace, the weight exceeds 1.1 kg, with over 130 ct of diamonds.

Pharaoh.
Cuban Chain El Shaarawy

Rodrigo outdoes himself with his refinement. He executes with absolute craftsmanship the Cuban necklace for the Pharaoh, Stephan El Shaarawy, captain of AS Roma year 2025-2026.

A lover of Made in Italy, El Shaarawy's desire was to associate with brands that represent excellence and authenticity, which would be able to emphasize the footballer's elegant style.

One of the many stories that Rodrigo collected to turn them into authentic custom jewelry.

Pharaoh.
Cuban Chain El Shaarawy

Rodrigo outdoes himself with his refinement. He executes with absolute craftsmanship the Cuban necklace for the Pharaoh, Stephan El Shaarawy, captain of AS Roma year 2025-2026.

A lover of Made in Italy, El Shaarawy's desire was to associate with brands that represent excellence and authenticity, which would be able to emphasize the footballer's elegant style.

One of the many stories that Rodrigo collected to turn them into authentic custom jewelry.

Philosophy and Vision

Rodrigo's “exaggerated minimal” style manifests itself in the brand's three distinctive collections, each designed for an audience that seeks uniqueness:

The Essential: The celebration of timeless purity, where elegance is whispered through perfect lines and the purest materials.

Drip: An immersion in hip hop imagery, where luxury makes a bold and personal statement.

Hi-Tech: The laboratory of the future, where gold and natural diamonds dialogue with innovative materials such as carbon fiber, ceramics and even cashmere, pushing the boundaries of traditional jewelry.

Philosophy and Vision

Rodrigo's “exaggerated minimal” style manifests itself in the brand's three distinctive collections, each designed for an audience that seeks uniqueness:

The Essential

A celebration of timeless purity, where elegance is whispered through perfect lines and the purest materials.

Drip

An immersion in hip hop imagery, where luxury makes a bold and personal statement.

Hi-Tech

The laboratory of the future, where gold and natural diamonds dialogue with innovative materials such as carbon fiber, ceramics and even cashmere, pushing the boundaries of traditional jewelry.

The Mission

With an eye toward tomorrow, Rodrigo Risivi aims to establish Risivi & Co. as a global benchmark for the’custom high jewelry.

A mission based on extreme specialization in quality, dedicated collections and a future network of international locations, always maintaining direct control over the perfection of each individual creation.

For Rodrigo, each piece of jewelry is a dialogue. An emotion that takes shape. A work of art that doesn't just celebrate unique moments, but becomes part of who you are.

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