
Long sought after for their hardness before being appreciated for their brilliance, it is now also by their color that diamonds turn heads around the world. For several years natural colored diamonds have seen a growth in popularity amongst connoisseurs, in particular blue and pink diamonds, the most popular among them. But what is at the origin of their color? Can it be measured, quantified and appraised? Is rarity the only aspect to explain the infatuation they evoke? As numerous are the mysteries surrounding these gems, during this talk we will attempt to unlock some of their secrets together.
This online conversation will be broadcast live from L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts in Paris.
Speakers
Marie-Laure Cassius-Duranton
Gemologist, Art Historian and Professor and Researcher at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
&
Léonard Pouy
Art Historian PhD and Professor and Researcher at L'ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Thursday, March 17 at 08:00pm (Japan Time)
Conference given in English
Simultaneous translations in Japanese, Cantonese and Mandarin availableREGISTER
Photo: Fancy Vivid Yellow Pear Diamond of 11,29 carats © Van Cleef & Arpels SA