In 1999, a new series of exclusive grand and upright pianos was presented to the piano world: The Steinway Crown Jewels. These instruments are made from the most exquisite woods the world has to offer. With their breathtaking coloring and the strong appeal of natural wood, these are more than just musical instruments. The owner of a Steinway Crown Jewel will own a work of art which is totally unique.
Each instrument has been named after a precious jewel; and to increase its value every instrument can be equipped with an elegant medallion.
The Sapphire
Deep blue and legendary. The lines that intersect in the centre of this stone symbolise hope, loyalty, and fate.
The SapphireMade of selected East Indian Rosewood. With the distinctive charm of its unique patterning, this piano gives off a warm, deep lustre. A treasure for eternity.
The Malachite
A symbol of hope and confidence since time immemorial – savour the infinite richness of its flowing lines and explore the hidden depths of its glorious colouring.
Crafted in the finest amber wood, resplendent in its striped and speckled grain. A jewel of Nature as a gift for mankind.
The Opal
Radiant beauty. Its turquoise colouring shimmers like the sun reflected in the sea.
Made of finest Kewazinga Bubinga. Its unique richly contrasting grain and soft, bright sheen give this piano a wonderful lightness and irresistible charm. A symphony for the senses.
The Ruby
The ruby, with its exquisite sparkle, is both rare and enticing. Its deep red fire is as everlasting as love.
The most valuable of the Crown Jewels, made of finest Macassar Ebony. Its fascinating deep black colour mingled with reddish brown pulses with breathtaking power. An expression of love for the unique.
The Emerald
Symbol of fertility, life, and wisdom. Its intense green colour exercises a magical attraction.
Made of finest Santos Rosewood. Its soft sheen, the subtle interplay of its warm brown tones and the repetition of its distinctive grain make this grand piano a rare, high-carat jewel.
The Topaz
Soft as golden sunset. Warm as an open fire. As beautiful as a rare flower.
Made of finest Pommelé Mahogany. The charismatic patterning of this exceptional instrument exudes a powerful lustre and an intense warmth. A wonder of nature, and a masterpiece from Steinway & Sons.
The Jasper
Precious and rich in colour like life itself with its vibrant, individual facets.
Made of lavish burl walnut. The distinctive pattern and warm, dark colouring of the wood combine in ever-new variations, striking in their virtuosity. An exceptional piano that is a true work of art.
The Aquamarine
Long admired for its transparency and radiant luminosity, in shades that range from sky blue to the darker colouring of the ocean.
Made of finest ice birch with a pattern that shimmers like an ice-frosted window-pane. A unique jewel made iridescent by the light.
The Tiger Eye
Mysterious and exotic like the magnificent beast for which it is named, conjuring up the infinite richness of Nature.
Made of the distinctive wood of the Indian apple tree, its subtle reddish sheen accentuated by a natural rhythm of darker stripes. A bright ember of eternity, a radiant highlight for generations.