About Bennad

Three Generations of the Baume Family, One Shared Passion

Bennad Fine Gemstones was born out of a deep fascination with natural gemstones, Africa, and the beauty of authenticity. Behind Bennad stands the Baume family - three generations united by curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, a love of nature, and the desire to make extraordinary gemstones accessible in an honest and personal way.

Inspired by Africa

Our story didn’t begin with a traditional business plan. It began with encounters, travels, and a growing passion for the African continent. Africa has shaped us for many years - through its landscapes, its people, its authenticity, and its incredible natural treasures. Along the way, we delved deeper and deeper into the world of colored gemstones - until it became something that would never let us go.

We didn’t find the stones - the stones found us

You could say we were searching for the gemstones. But it would be more honest to say: The gemstones found us.
Initial discoveries led to personal connections; connections led to trusting partnerships; and from individual rough stones emerged the idea of consciously accompanying their journey - from their origin to the polished gemstone. For us, it’s not just about color, clarity, or value. It’s about origin, character, and the story that each stone carries within it.

Experience, Responsibility, and New Perspectives

Bennad brings together the experience, perspectives, and values of three generations of the Baume family. Each generation contributes its own unique perspective: experience and responsibility, a passion for design, new ideas, and a keen sense of aesthetics. The result is a family business that bridges tradition and the future.

From Rough Stone to Cut Gemstone

Our gemstones come primarily from southern Africa, a region known for its exceptional colored gemstones. We select our stones while they are still in their rough form. We examine their shape, color, structure, and hidden potential. Only then do we begin the careful planning of the cut - with the goal of bringing out the natural beauty of each individual stone as fully as possible.

Every Gemstone Is One of a Kind

For us, every gemstone is one of a kind. No two stones are alike. Each one bears traces of its formation, origin, and its long journey through time. It is precisely this uniqueness that makes natural gemstones so special to us.

Natural Gemstones with Origin, Character, and Soul

Bennad stands for natural gemstones with origin, character, and soul. And for the joy of sharing the earth’s extraordinary treasures with people who appreciate authenticity.