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Beatriz Ferrer-Salat, a two-time Olympic medallist and one of the leading figures in Spanish dressage, is a Brilianto ambassador. Her achievements include appearances at five Olympic Games and eight medals at World and European Championships.
When talking about dressage, Ferrer-Salat often reflects on the bonds of trust that develop between horse and rider. That is why she has chosen to create a diamond from a small sample of hair taken from Quotenprinz’s tail.
The diamond will be created through Brilianto’s custom diamond service, which transforms meaningful organic materials into contemporary fine jewelry.
The strong bonds that people form with their horses help explain Brilianto’s growing connection with the equestrian world. In disciplines such as dressage, show jumping, polo and horse breeding, years of shared experiences create a unique bond that goes far beyond competition.
Why do horses hold such a special place in so many people’s lives?
Beatriz Ferrer-Salat describes the true beauty of dressage as “a partnership in harmony, where everything appears effortless and balanced”. The phrase captures how many riders see the sport.
Years of training together create a level of understanding that is difficult to find in other sports. Trust develops gradually through hours of work, travel, competitions and shared experiences.
For Ferrer-Salat, this philosophy has shaped her approach to horsemanship since childhood. She believes in the importance of caring for horses and protecting their physical and emotional wellbeing. She is convinced that they perform at their best when they enjoy what they do and are willing to give their best in return.
That is why, for many people in the equestrian world, a horse is more than a sporting partner. It also holds a very special place in their lives.
From Quotenprinz’s tail to a custom diamond
Brilianto’s custom diamond service was created to preserve the things that hold a special place in our lives. Some people choose flowers from a wedding. Others choose the fur of a beloved pet. In the equestrian world, that origin may come from a horse’s mane or tail.
For Ferrer-Salat, the chosen origin for this diamond is Quotenprinz’s tail. From a small sample of hair, Brilianto extracts the carbon needed to create the diamond. The process takes approximately three months and results in a gemstone with a truly unique provenance.
It is no coincidence that Ferrer-Salat chose Quotenprinz. She describes him as “one of the best horses I have ever had” and says she has great confidence in him.
“I hope we can shine together in the future, just like the diamond,” she told us.
More than the jewelry itself, what makes each diamond unique is its origin. In this case, that origin is a horse in which Ferrer-Salat places many of her hopes for the future.
Brilianto and the equestrian world
The partnership with Beatriz Ferrer-Salat has also led to Villa Equus, the high-performance training centre founded by the rider, joining Brilianto’s network of partner centres. The other members of the network are Barcelona Horses, Equus Centrum, Yeguada Bassols and Yeguada Torreluna.
The collaboration with Ferrer-Salat is one example of Brilianto’s growing presence in the equestrian world. The brand also works with dressage rider Sira Martínez and polo player Sofía Schonlau, both of whom serve as Brilianto ambassadors.
Another key initiative is Brilianto’s sponsorship of CSIO Barcelona, whose 114th edition will take place from 1 to 4 October 2026 at the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona. It is the world's most prestigious team show jumping competition and Spain's oldest equestrian sporting event.
Disciplines such as dressage, show jumping, polo and horse breeding have a natural connection with the creation of diamonds from meaningful origins. After all, few things hold as much significance for a rider as their horse.
In a few months’ time, a small sample taken from Quotenprinz’s tail will have become a diamond. But its true value will still lie in the relationship between a rider and her horse.