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New York, US · Founded 2013 · Delaware corporation · 3 known investors

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AURate is a direct-to-consumer fine jewelry brand offering gold and diamond pieces made with durable materials, transparent pricing, and ethical, sustainable practices. Based in New York, it designs jewelry for women, incorporating customer feedback into its product designs.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerce

Founders & leadership

Aurate was founded in 2013 by Sophie Kahn and Bouchra Ezzahraoui.

SKSophie Kahn
Sophie KahnCo-founder · Member Board of DirectorsCo-founder and designer of Aurate, a direct-to-consumer fine jewelry brand. Kahn has prior experience in luxury and consumer sectors across entrepreneurial, corporate, and consulting roles.
BEBouchra Ezzahraoui
Bouchra EzzahraouiCo-founder
JW
Joseph WalkushNamed on SEC filing

Investors · 3

Point King Capitallisted by Point King CapitalSydney
Visible Ventureslisted by Visible VenturesHingham · $1M

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Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$22.2M disclosed across 4 rounds · 2015–2023

▶$7.4MraisedJan 2023 · 15 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • SOPHIE KAHNExecutive Officer, Director
  • JOSEPH WALKUSHDirector
  • ANDREW YAKUBOVICHDirector
  • ALEXANDRA GOLDBERGExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$7.8M
Amount sold
$7.4M
First sale
Jan 2023
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$1.1MraisedJul 2022 · 2 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Sophie KahnExecutive Officer, Director
  • Joseph WalkushDirector
  • Bouchra EzzahraouiExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$1.1M
Amount sold
$1.1M
First sale
May 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$13.1MraisedJul 2019 · 22 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Joseph WalkushDirector
  • Bouchra EzzahraouiExecutive Officer, Director
  • Sophie KahnExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$15.3M
Amount sold
$13.1M
First sale
Jun 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2017
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$575KraisedJan 2016 · 4 investors · Retailing
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Sophie KahnExecutive Officer
  • Bouchra EzzahraouiExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$600K
Amount sold
$575K
Minimum investment
$10K
First sale
Dec 2015
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, New York, 2013
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Aurate do?
AURate is a direct-to-consumer fine jewelry brand offering gold and diamond pieces made with durable materials, transparent pricing, and ethical, sustainable practices. Based in New York, it designs jewelry for women, incorporating customer feedback into its product designs.
Who founded Aurate?
Aurate was founded by Sophie Kahn, Bouchra Ezzahraoui in 2013.
Who are Aurate's investors?
Aurate's investors include AAF Management Ltd., Point King Capital, Visible Ventures.
How much funding has Aurate raised?
Aurate has disclosed $22.2M raised across 4 rounds.
Where is Aurate headquartered?
Aurate is headquartered in New York, US.