The enchanting world of opals, with its kaleidoscope of colours and diverse types, was brought vividly to life during the “Opals: Market & Trends” conference. Held with a panel of experts including Fabienne Reybaud, the moderator and journalist; Philippe Scordia, the former Dior Jewellery Director and consultant; Margaux Allaire and ...
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, ...
Vous êtes designer joaillerie ou rêvez de le devenir ? Trouver son style, affirmer sa singularité, savoir innover et se réinventer au fil des collections… Le métier de designer exige autant de passion que de persévérance. Sortir de l’école pour s’insérer dans le monde professionnel, intégrer un nouveau studio de ...
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 ...
Comment interpréter les inclusions ? Que nous apprennent-elles sur les gemmes ? Quelle valeur ajoutée peuvent-elles apporter à une pierre ? Ils enseignent la gemmologie, vendent et achètent des pierres d’exceptions, se sont spécialisés dans l’art de photographier les gemmes ou sont en charge de leur analyse en laboratoire ; ...
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 ...
Redécouvrir la collection des joyaux de la couronne de France, c’est l’irrésistible projet dans lequel s’est lancée Anne Dion-Tenenbaum, Conservatrice en chef du Département des Objets d’Art du Musée du Louvre. Avec François Farges, professeur de minéralogie au Muséum National d’Histoire Naturelle, ils publient en 2023 une étude renouvelée de ...
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 ...
