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Important Heirloom Artisan: Carl Fabergé

Lauren Thomann

Lauren Thomann is an antique jewelry appraiser specializing in Victorian to Mid-Century pieces and antique engagement rings. With 16 years of experience and education from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), she loves to share her passion for sparkly heirlooms. In addition, Lauren is a freelance writer and editor. Click the link to learn more about her work.
Diamond tiara held by an employee of Christie's action house displays a rare antique diamond tiara by Faberge, circa 1890

If you are in the Houston, TX area from now thru April 4, 2010, check out the spectacular Fabergé exhibit at the Houston Museum of Natural Science.

Faberge

Most of us know Peter Carl Fabergé aka Carl Gustavovich Fabergé (May 30, 1846 – September 24, 1920) from his elaborate Easter eggs, but he was also a master goldsmith and jeweler.

Marvel: Fabergé from HMNS on Vimeo.

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