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Yvonne J. Markowitz – George Frederick Kunz
It was a pleasure having Yvonne J. Markowitz provide the chapter with in-depth information on the relationship between George Frederick Kunz and Tiffany as well as his other accomplishments. Yvonne is the Rita J. & Susan B. Kaplan Curator of … Continue reading
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Tagged George Frederick Kunz, Tiffany & Co, Yvonne J. Markowitz
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Jewelry Sales Opportunity at Saks
Saks is looking to fill a Fine Jewelry Sales Associate position in McLean, VA (Tysons Galleria). They are looking for someone with 3+ years experience and they must have fine jewelry experience. Paige Walls, is the Recruiting Manager. If interested … Continue reading
Alicia Oltuski – Precious Objects
Alicia Oltuski’s presentation was entertaining and illuminating, it offered an insider’s look at the history, business, and society behind the world’s most coveted natural resource, providing an unforgettable introduction to the New York Diamond District. From New York and the international diamond … Continue reading
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Tagged Blood Diamonds, Diamond Dealers, Diamond Industry, Free Trade Diamonds
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Tucson Panel Report – Friends of DDI
Patricia Syvrud founder and president of Joia Consulting, LLC, was also in Tucson heading up program development for the Friends of The Diamond Development Initiative (DDI). She provided the chapter members with an introduction to Artisanal Mining and Friends of DDI. … Continue reading
Tucson Panel Report
Since the Tucson Gem show is a “must-view” event, DCGIA devotes each February meeting to a “Tucson Report” where Chapter members who attended could exhibit items they purchased for “show and tell” and discuss prices, new trends, and impressions with … Continue reading
In Memory of John Stephen Weschler, SR.
John Stephen Weschler, SR. of Weschler’s Auctioneers and Appraisers, died On Sunday, December 11, 2011. Beloved husband of Jill Weschler; father of Johnny, Jr., Tiffany, and Jennie Weschler. Also survived by his siblings, Janet, Billy, Jimmy, Lisa, and Joey.
Beyond Newark: Jewelry That Inspired America’s Manufacturers – Ulysses Grant Dietz
Mr. Ulysses Grant Dietz is a specialist in American material culture and decorative arts, covering the 1600s through the present. Mr. Dietz does not let an object’s superficial qualities obscure its significance. Jewelry for instance is most important for its art form … Continue reading
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Tagged Jewelry Manufacturing, Newark Jewelry, Ulysses Grant Dietz
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DCGIA MENTORING PROGRAM
Mission: The Program is designed to help current and recent graduates of GIA strengthen and refine the vital and highly specialized skills they need to succeed in the gem & jewelry industry. DCGIA Mentoring Program Outline Every DCGIA Mentee is … Continue reading
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Tagged dcgia, Gem and jewelry, gemology, gia, jewelry, mentor, mentoring, NAJA
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2011 in review
HAPPY NEW YEAR Best Wishes for a Happy and Prosperous 2012! Thanks to all of you that helped make the 2011 Holiday Party & Auction successful. This allows us to keep the meeting fees low again for 2012. … Continue reading
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DCGIA Chapter 2011 Holiday Auction and Party
Here is the DCGIA Chapter 2011 Holiday Auction & Party Honor Roll and some of the Pictures taken during the event. 2011 Honor Roll of Donors Bob Davis (RIP) Bruce Gaber Andy & Helen Serras-Herman L. Courtland Lee Laura McCloud … Continue reading
