Photography by Jana Schuessler, Courtesy of Malka New York.

Diamonds are said to be a symbol of love, purity, and devotion. They are amongst the world’s most coveted stones and have been revered throughout history. Owner Steven Gad and his Operations Director Adam Hecht were kind enough to sit down with me to discuss the journey behind Malka New York and their brilliant diamonds. 
If you want to discuss diamonds, Gad is your man. The story of his career began when his mother -- at the age of nineteen left her home and moved across the world to marry his father and raise four incredible children. His father would travel for months on end, sourcing the world’s best gemstones, and Gad’s mother – not speaking the language, not knowing the customs – built a home, a family, friendships, and a wonderful life. 
For Gad, “Malka is a tribute to my mother. They are both one-of-a-kind, rare as can be, and completely irreplaceable.”
Gad has worked for thirty years in the fine jewelry bus...