The “Hidden Gems – Secrets of the Museums” conference, held at GemGenève, was an enthralling event featuring Robin Hansen, Curator of Minerals and Gems at the Natural History Museum in London, and Helen Molesworth, Senior Curator of Jewellery at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. This session provided a ...
Opals have captivated humanity for millennia with their mesmerising play of colour and enigmatic beauty. From ancient myths to modern scientific discoveries, the story of opal is rich and multifaceted. This gemstone’s journey was the focus of a roundtable discussion featuring jewellery historian Kathia Pinckernelle and gemmologist Dr Boris Chauviré, ...
Bulgari’s Influence From the mid-20th century onwards, Bulgari played a pivotal role in reviving the cabochon cut, making it a signature element of the Maison. Moving away from traditional French designs that prioritised faceted gemstones and intricate settings, Bulgari embraced bold colours, large cabochon cuts, and yellow gold. This shift ...
Whether diamonds should be classified as an industrial product like any other brings forth multiple perspectives that span the realms of science, business, and culture. In a recent round table held at GemGenève, leading experts in gemmology, geology, and the diamond trade gathered to explore this very topic. Moderated by ...
In the world of high jewellery, few names carry as much influence and reverence as Bulgari. At the heart of its creative journey is Lucia Silvestri, whose decades-long career epitomises a passion for gemstones and a commitment to pushing artistic boundaries. During the eighth edition of GemGenève, an intimate conversation ...
The panel discussion on “The Art and Science of Gemstone Cutting,” held at GemGenève, was a deeply engaging and multifaceted exploration of one of the most fascinating aspects of the gemstone industry. Moderated by Richa Goyal Sikri—a journalist, storyteller, gemologist, and soon-to-be author—the event gathered a distinguished panel of experts: ...
In an exclusive panel interview moderated by David Brough, industry insiders delved deep into the ever-evolving realm of social media marketing for jewellery. With experts like Katerina Perez, Laura Inghirami, Bebe Bakhshi, and Renu Choudhary, the discussion was nothing short of fascinating. Let’s journey through their perspectives, unveiling the future ...
The conference titled “Pearls of Truth: A conversation about pearl history, meaning and testing since antiquity” features Laurent Cartier as the moderator, along with panellists Kathia Pinckernelle, a jewellery historian based in Geneva, and Violaine Bigot, Head of the Heritage Collection at Chaumet. The discussion focuses on pearls, covering their ...
The intertwining of serpents with human culture and symbolism spans millennia, captivating artists, artisans, and scholars’ imaginations. As Gislain Aucremanne eloquently articulated in his presentation at GemGenève, serpent symbolism in jewellery is a testament to the intricate interplay between myth, art, and human perception. Aucremanne’s talk began with a poignant ...
