Garden of Emeralds

Emerald, the most precious of beryls, is undoubtedly an object of extraordinary admiration.  An exceptional stone present across the world, its origins fascinate, its properties and its surprising inclusions, also called “jardins” (gardens). In the East as in the West, lapidaries and jewelers honor this gem thanks to well-adapted know-how and constant innovation.

Speakers:
Marie-Laure Cassius Duranton, Gemologist, Art Historian and Lecturer at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Lætitia Gilles-Guéry, Gemologist and Lecturer at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts

This online conversation will be broadcast from L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts in Paris. For audiences in Europe and Americas, and for the conversation conducted in French, please visit L'ÉCOLE Paris for the other available timeslots.

Developed by the teams at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts to offer a new look at the world of jewelry, these online talks bring together two experts for a 45-50 minute conversation that is followed by a Q&A session during which you may submit your questions by instant messaging.

Should you wish to learn more, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts will send you a detailed bibliography following the event.

These talks are held in French and English and simultaneously interpreted in Cantonese, Mandarin, and Japanese. You will also find them available for viewing on YouTube at your leisure once the event has come to a close.

Participating in these conversations hosted by L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts allows you to join a community of curious enthusiasts eager to discover and learn.

Photo: Collaret, 1929, Platinum, emeralds, diamonds, Formerly in the collection of Princess Faiza of Egypt.
© Van Cleef & Arpels Collection - P Griès