CIBJO-The evolving perception of “precious” in the jewellery industry

Used to define objects of great value, the term “precious” has special significance where jewellery is concerned, because at least some of the materials of which such products are comprised typically are considered “precious” in and of themselves. But what constitutes a “precious” gemstone or a “precious” metal has evolved over time, and continues to do so in the current market environment, where not only the product type and quality are factors, but also source and provenance. And how the does the manner in which the finished jewellery product is designed, crafted and marketed aZect whether its perceived as “precious” or not? 

Moderator:
Lisa Koenigsberg, President Initiatives in Art and Culture

Panellists:
Adriano Mol Head, Center for Gemstone and Jewelry Design, University of Minas Gerais State / Brand & Product Development, Cruzeiro Mine
Kenneth Scarratt, Vice President, CIBJO/President, CIBJO Sector A (gem materials)
Raluca Anghel, Head of External AZairs and Industry Relations, Natural Diamond Council
Paola De Luca, Founder & Creative Director, The Futurist Ltd
Francesca Manfredi, Head of Sustainable Innovation Watches & Jewellery, Kering

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