Gemmological Instruments, in association with Gem-A, invites you to join us at Gem-A London HQ, Thursday 3 Oct 2024 18:00 – 20:00 BST, for a special book signing event with guest speaker Helen Molesworth, as she discusses her book, Precious. Explore the captivating stories behind some of the world’s most treasured jewels. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the author, ask questions and have your copy signed at this exclusive event.
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Book Description
This is the story of precious gems, from emeralds and rubies, to sapphires and pearls. Explore their history and geology, as well as their famous owners, from Elizabeth 1 to Elizabeth Taylor, Marie Antoinette to Marilyn Monroe, Coco Chanel to Beyonce. Selecting ten of nature’s most dazzling jewels, Helen Molesworth makes journeys across the world to trace stones from their discovery to the moment a glimmering cut and polished masterpiece is traded, and then fought over, adorns oligarchs and kings, falls out of favour, and then raises eye-watering sums in another age.
Precious by Helen Molesworth – Gem-A Instruments | Official online store
Author
- Helen Molesworth
Helen’s career has spanned the global gem and jewellery industry, from roles with leading auction and jewellery houses to academic posts. For ten years she was a jewellery specialist for Sotheby’s and Christie’s in London and Geneva, where she handled sales of global importance including the private jewellery collection of HRH The Princess Margaret in 2006. She has since held roles as Professor of Jewellery at the Geneva University of Art and Design, Managing Director of the House of Gübelin, Head of Business Development at Gembridge, and most recently as the Senior Jewellery Curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum. Precious will be her first book for the trade.
- Precious will be available to purchase in the Gem-A Instruments shop onsite at Gem-A at the usual 5%discount for current members of Gem-A , and if purchased on the day you can get them signed.
Who should attend?
This workshop is suitable for anyone of any level with an interest in gemmology and the gemstone world.
A welcome drink will be provided on arrival.
Book your ticket for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gemmological-instruments-presents-meet-the-author-helen-molesworth-tickets-995219617667?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
