Diamonds and Glass (108)Join Gordon Elliott as he explores the exclusive world of the diamond trade—from the traditions of the finest jewelers and designers to the hidden name behind so many luxury brands, to the world's largest diamond cartel.
Then, take a look at one of the most ancient of all substances known to man—glass. View a collection that spans 35 centuries, and learn how glass has become one of the most interesting and versatile materials for individual artistic expression.
Diamonds Facts:
- Harry Winston, the "King of Diamonds," held more than 60 of the world's 303 major diamonds—more than any other individual, including governments and royalty.
- Colored diamonds are the world's most rare and valuable diamonds.
- A diamond is the only gem mineral of a single unadulterated element, making it the earth's purest gemstone.
Contact:
Harry Winston
718 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10019
212-245-2000
www.harrywinston.com
William Goldberg Diamond Corp.
www.williamgoldberg.com
Tiffany & Co.
Fifth Avenue at 57th Street
New York, NY 10022
212-755-8000
www.tiffany.com
Sotheby's
1334 York Avenue
New York, NY 10021
212-606-7000
www.sothebys.com
Diamond Information Center
466 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10017
212-210-8100
Glass Facts:
- Glass is thought to have been invented around 3000 BC, during the Bronze Age.
- Glassmaking in America began in Jamestown, Va. in 1608.
- The Corning Museum of Glass houses the world's premier glass collection—more than 35,000 objects representing 3,500 years of glass craftsmanship and design.
Contact:
Corning Glass Museum
One Museum Way
Corning, NY 14830
800-732.6845 (Toll Free)
607-937-5371 (Main)
www.cmog.org
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