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We dug out our Serpenti, polished our Ouroboros and layered on snake themed jewels, for a Lunar New Year of the Snake Gem X Winter Mixer. Members gathered at the gorgeous Bar Bastion in midtown Manhattan, to toast a new year of jewelry adventures and catch up with jewelry friends old and new. Inspired by the endless parables and symbolism of this storied motif, we were inspired by Elizabeth Taylor’s Bulgari Serpenti, Art Nouveau jewels and the romance of Queen Victoria’s engagement ring. It was certainly ssssspecial.

A keen attention to materials and a fresh, thoughtful approach to design defines Thelma West’s work—something a group of Gem X’ers in London had the opportunity to discover earlier this week. From spending years learning how to use titanium to make the perfect diamond-framing claws for rings (no small feat), to sourcing stones only from the most ethically responsible mines and restoring a historic manor in Puglia with the highest regard for craftsmanship and the environment, Thelma’s work is rooted in patience, precision, and passion. And through it all, her boldly beautiful design sensibility shines. A huge thank you to Thelma for welcoming us into her world and sharing the stories behind her jewels! 

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We are still charmed from our sunny trip to Tucson. Gem X members gathered in Tucson for a mutli day excursion to attend the AGTA, GJX and Pueblo Gem shows. During our gem hunt at the shows we were kindly hosted by Granada Gallery for a cocktail hour and Ancients 17 had us for breakfast over trays of dazzling opals. Thank you to everyone who joined us along the way! It was a colorful trip and we are already dreaming and scheming our journey back next year.

You never know what you might find glittering across the world. We have some wonderful recommendations of hidden gems in 22 cities from the Americas to Asia and everywhere in between.

This month we recommend checking out: Copenhagen, Santa Fe, and Charleston. To see our full list of destinations click here. To make a suggestion, email us at assistant@gemx.club.

Mr. Higgs, I’m Ready for My Close-Up! Core member Levi Higgs was Oscar ready with a feature on Good Morning America with Lara Spencer and James Longman. Ahead of the awards show, Levi showcased a selection of David Webb pieces with GMA and shared a few red carpet jewelry moments. Watch the full segment here.

We are thrilled to welcome our new members this month.
Peter S. NYC | Sara P. London

Not a Gem X Member? We would love to have you join us on our exclusive adventures. Start your application here.

 

There is often more than meets the eye regarding jewelry. From ancient symbolism, to bodily adornments, to spelling out words with gemstones, gestures of love, strength, defiance, loyalty and friendship – these are the stories as secrets of jewelry through time – and now, the subject of a new installation at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston titled For Your Eyes Only: The Secret Language of Jewelry. Guided by Christine Gervais we viewed a sublime example of MFAH’s exceptional curations, this new showcase features several Lover’s Eyes, 20th century jewels and examples of African and Indian jewelry; highlighting hidden aspects in jewelry privy to only the wearer.

A FEAST FOR THE EYES: JEWELRY & DISPLAY AT THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON

Missed out on Tucson Gem & Mineral Show? We luckily have this throwback Gemflix from 2021 highlighting some of the wonders that are in the many halls and booths of the show. Danielle Miele, founder of the dazzling blog Gem Gossip and avid jewelry and gem collector, walked us through her past experiences at the show, filling us in on her favorite finds over the years, her must-sees on each visit and more — basically, a day in her life at Tucson.

TUCSON GEM SHOW, TELL & SHOP WITH DANIELLE MIELE

NYC | Saturday 15th March

A GEM PREVIEW WITH MAYER & WATT On the heels of the Tucson Gem Show, Mayer & Watt’s rainbow collection of gems land in NYC for the spring. We are delighted to invite you to a special viewing with longtime Gem X friends and husband-and-wife duo Simon and Laurie. They have specialised in fine natural gems since 1987, bringing superb material to the market from the likes of Brazil, Sri Lanka and Mozambique. RSVP HERE

 

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Gem X Core Collection | Terms and Conditions

1. DEFINITIONS: “Gem X” refers to Gem X LLC, who has lent a given piece of jewelry to Customer. “Jewelry” refers to any piece of jewelry identified above that is being lent to Customer by Gem X on memo for a period not to exceed six weeks. “Loan Period” refers to the period of time which Gem X agrees to lend the Jewelry to Customer.

2. APPLICABILITY: These Terms and Conditions govern and apply to a one year membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program. Customer agrees that by accepting these Terms and Conditions, Gem X is authorized to charge Customer’s credit Card on file the full price of a one year membership. Customer further agrees that by accepting these Terms and Conditions, Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection program will automatically renew one year from the expiration of the term of membership, and Customer’s credit card will be charged for each annual membership renewal. Customer acknowledges that should Customer seek to cancel Customer’s membership at any time during each one year membership term, Customer will not be entitled to any refund for any portion of the one year membership term prior to which the Customer cancelled membership. Customer agrees that Customer may only avoid an automatic membership renewal (and corresponding credit card charge) by canceling Customer’s membership in writing via email to members@gemx.club at least 24 hours prior to the expiration of the term of Customer’s one year Gem X Core Collection Program membership. Nothing herein shall be construed as implying any obligation on Gem X’s part to continue or cancel Customer’s membership at any time. Gem X reserves the right to cancel Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program, and further reserves the right to decline to renew Customer’s membership in the Gem X Core Collection Program, for any reason including but not limited to a violation of any of these Terms and Conditions.

3. AUTHORITY TO SIGN: Any individual signing below, via Docusign or by clicking a check-box acknowledging acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, represents and warrants that he or she is of legal age and has the authority and powder to sign below or check the box accepting these Terms and Conditions, either on his or her own behalf or on behalf of the Customer.

4. CORE COLLECTION AGREEMENT: Customer agrees that by signing below, via Docusign or by clicking a check-box acknowledging acceptance of these Terms and Conditions, Customer shall be part of the Gem X Core Collection program, in which Gem X shall, in Gem X’s sole discretion, lend Customer on memo one or more pieces of Jewelry to be selected by Gem X for a period not to exceed six (6) weeks. At the end of the Loan Period, Customer agrees that it shall ship the Jewelry back to Gem X via the pre-printed Federal Express label to be e-mailed to Customer by Gem X.

5. INSPECTION: Customer acknowledges that Customer has inspected the Jewelry upon taking possession thereof, finds it in good and undamaged condition, with no damaged or missing stones or components, and finds it suitable for Customer’s needs. To the extent that Customer finds the Jewelry to have any damage, or damaged or missing stones or components whatsoever upon receipt of the Jewelry, Customer shall promptly notify Gem X of any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, within one (1) business day of receipt. Notice shall be provided to Customer via email, and shall include photographs of any damage to the Jewelry, and/or damaged or missing stones or components. Customer further acknowledges and agrees that should Customer fail to notify Gem X of any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, within one (1) business day of receipt of the Jewelry: (a) Customer waives any claim that the Jewelry arrived with any damage whatsoever; (b) Customer will be responsible for reimbursing Gem X for any damage to the Jewelry, or damaged or missing stones or components, as further described in paragraph 5.

6. RETURN OF JEWELRY/CUSTOMER RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE: At the expiration of the Loan Period, Customer shall return the Jewelry as specified in paragraph 3. Upon receipt of the Jewelry by Gem X, Gem X shall inspect the Jewelry for any damage to the Jewelry and damaged or missing stones or components. Should Gem X determine, in its sole discretion, that there is any damage to the Jewelry, or that there are any damaged or missing stones or components, or that the Jewelry has been tampered with in any way such that it is not in the condition that it was in at the commencement of the Loan Period, Gem X shall notify Customer in writing within ten (10) business days of receipt of the Jewelry. Gem X shall make any repairs and/or replace any damaged or missing stones at its sole discretion, and shall invoice Customer in writing for the full cost of said repairs within ten (10) business days of such repairs being made. Customer hereby agrees and consents that Gem X may charge Customer’s credit card on file within two (2) days of Gem X sending the above Invoice without further notice to Customer. Customer further agrees and acknowledges that, should Customer fail to return the Jewelry within five (5) business days of the expiration of the Loan Period, Gem X may invoice Customer for the full replacement cost of the Jewelry, and may charge Customer’s credit card of file within two (2) days of Gem X sending the above Invoice without further notice to Customer.

7. TITLE/NO PURCHASE OPTION/NO LIENS: These Terms and Conditions do not constitute a contract of sale, and title to the Jewelry shall at all times remain with Gem X. Gem X may offer Customer the option to purchase the Jewelry in Gem X’s sole discretion, but any such purchase of the Jewelry by Customer shall be the subject of a further contract or agreement. Customer shall keep the Jewelry free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, and under no circumstances shall Customer use the Jewelry as collateral or security for any type of loan whatsoever. Customer shall not lease, assign, loan, or rent the Jewelry to any individual or entity.

8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT/ONLY AGREEMENT: These Terms and Conditions shall constitute the entire agreement between Gem X and Customer, and shall supersede all prior agreements, understandings and negotiations between Gem X and Customer with respect to the subject matter hereof. Any modifications to these Terms and Conditions must be made in writing and signed by Gem X and Customer.

9. NON-WAIVER: Any failure of Gem X to insist on strict performance by Customer or any of these Terms and Conditions shall not be construed as a waiver of Gem X’s right to demand strict compliance.

10. HEADINGS FOR CONVENIENCE ONLY: Headings of any paragraph or provision in these Terms and Conditions are for convenience and organization only. Headings shall not affect the meaning of any provisions of these Terms and Conditions.

11. NO CONSTRUCTION AGAINST DRAFTER: Customer acknowledges that he or she has read these Terms and Conditions, and has agreed to all of the terms hereunder. Customer further agrees that any ambiguity in any of these Terms and Conditions shall not be construed against Gem X on the basis that Gem X authored the same.

12. SEVERABILITY: If any part or sub-part of these Terms and Conditions is deemed or held invalid or unenforceable by a court of law or competent arbitrator, the remaining Terms and Conditions will be enforced to the maximum extent possible. In such circumstances, the remainder of these Terms and Conditions shall continue in full force.

13. JURISDICTION/COSTS: Gem X and Customer agree that New York law shall govern any matter or dispute relating to or arising out of this Agreement, as well as any dispute of any kind that may arise between Gem X and Customer. In the event litigation is initiated, Gem X and Customer agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts of the following county: New York, New York. Gem X and Customer agree that this choice of law, venue, and jurisdiction provision is not permissive, but rather mandatory in nature. Customer agrees to pay all reasonable costs of collection, court, attorney’s fees, and other expenses incurred by Gem X in the collection of any charges due under these Terms and Conditions or in connection with the enforcement of these Terms and Conditions.

14. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES/CHECK BOXES: Customer agrees that execution and/or acceptance of these Terms and Conditions via Docusign, by clicking a check-box below, or via other electronic means, has the same force and effect as signing in ink.

15. CRIMINAL WARNING: Failure to return the Jewelry at the end of the Loan Period may be considered theft subject to criminal prosecution pursuant to the applicable penal or penal code provisions.

 

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