Three Additional Lectures & Seminars

Paula Bixel

(Seminar)

 Identifly 

What, When and Where of Jewelry Investigation 

Through hands-on analysis, the Ladies of Gilt help you develop the vocabulary & techniques to answer the questions: What is it? When was it made? And where was it made? 

The goal of this seminar is to enhance your skills for on-the-fly identification. 

From our collection at Gilt we have chosen the most unusual, beautiful and exemplary pieces we could find. In small groups you will be able to compare and contrast these common and not so common items. With hands on examination you will find the answers to the What? When? and Where? of antique jewelry. 

Have something that you can’t identify? Bring it in and we can all work together to figure out the what, when and where of your mystery piece. The purpose of this seminar is not only to teach but to learn from you as well. So, bring your knowledge, an open mind and a loupe. 

Paula Bixel, Jessie Hibbs, Carley Brin Johnson & Lori Williams 

Michael Goldstein

(Seminar)

Antique Diamonds 101

Participants will have a hands on experience working with antique diamonds and jewelry.  Emphasis will be on the methodology for measuring and grading antique stones that are mounted. There will be an overview of the market for antique diamonds as well as tips for pricing them.  Everyone attending must have a leverage gauge and calculator.

Elizabeth Irvine Bray

(Lecture)

Paul Flato: Jeweler to the Stars

Elizabeth Irvine Bray will speak about her book Paul Flato:Jeweler to the Stars. This beautifully illustrated book celebrates the work of Hollywood's first celebrity jeweler and features stunning examples of the jewels as well as the stars, socialites, and heiresses who wore them.

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