What is a pearl? How is it formed? What is the difference between a natural pearl and a cultured pearl? Why does it have such power over our imagination?

Since prehistoric times, pearls have fascinated us, as archaeology reveals. From the Renaissance to the present day, the pearl has embodied the very essence of beauty, a triumph over adversity, sensuality, and even spirituality—an enduring mystery at the heart of nature.

Online Talk:
Tuesday, April 28th, at 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. (U.A.E time)
In English 

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Speakers:
With Chandra Horn, Gemologist & Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
& May El Hage, Art Historian and Lecturer at L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts 

Photo Credit: Byzantine Jeweled Bracelet, 500-700
Gold, silver, pearl, amethyst, sapphire, opal, glass, quartz, emerald plasma
Metropolitan Museum of Arts, New York

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 talk 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. 

You will also find the past talks available for viewing on YouTube at your leisure once the event has come to a close. 

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