Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels

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Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post, Wednesday, December 4

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. 
Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian National Gem Collection Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels.

The Smithsonian's Unearthed explores the scandals, mysteries, and human stories behind the world's greatest gems. In this 
original book, the surprising stories behind this world-renowned gem collection are brought to life by Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, curator 
of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection for over 30 years. In this webinar, fact is separated from fiction and Dr. Post will 
reveal fresh information and regale the viewers with anecdotes and tales of some of the world's greatest and most famous 
gemstones. Inside the illustrious pages of Unearthed, Dr. Post tells the stories of the Smithsonian's most famous gems, 
including the Hope Diamond, Star of Asia Sapphire, Carmen Lucia Ruby, Hooker Emerald, and Blue Heart Diamond and 
presents the tales, details, and fascinating facts surrounding rarely displayed gems from the Smithsonian vault and recent 
additions made to the collection.

Click this link to shine bright with us this holiday season and register now! 
 


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