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Get ready for a dazzling experience this holiday season! Join us on December 4, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm for a Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Jeffrey E. Post, emeritus curator of the Smithsonian National Gem Collection. Event Details: Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Time: 1 PM Location: Streaming Online In this exclusive presentation, Dr. Post will dive into his book, Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Post brings the world’s most famous and rare gems to life, sharing their fascinating, behind-the-scenes stories. From the Hope Diamond to the Carmen Lucia Ruby, discover the surprises, scandals, and mysteries behind these treasures. What to Expect: Unearthed: The hidden tales of the Smithsonian’s most iconic gems and rare vault treasures. Fact vs. Fiction: Dr. Post separates the myths from reality, revealing fresh insights and stories from the world of gemstones. A Gem of a Time: Tales of famous gems like the Star of Asia Sapphire, Blue Heart Diamond, and more. About Dr. Jeffrey Post: Dr. Jeffrey Post is a renowned mineralogist and gemologist with more than 150 scientific articles to his name. A former curator at the Smithsonian for over three decades, he is the author of The National Gem Collection and Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels. His work has helped illuminate the beauty and mystery of the world’s most renowned gemstones. This is your chance to hear from the expert himself and see the world’s most famous gemstones in a whole new light! To register and secure your spot, please visit: https://libraryc.org/ |
