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Gem X Book Club with Author MJ Rose

This month we wrapped up our first 2023 book club read with the spellbinding story inspired by Suzanne Belperron and written by Gem X Member M.J. Rose.  To celebrate, M.J. Rose is giving Gem X members an exclusive discount to get there very own copy of the book! Follow the link to Bookshop.org and use offer code: JOSD to get 10% off The Jeweler of Stolen Dreams now through April 30th.

If you missed out on the live book club conversations with M.J. Rose and Levi Higgs, we have them recorded and saved in our Gemflix Archive for you to rewatch. 

This month Armelle de Blanchard, Archivist for Marchak, took us on a journey that transported us from late 19th century Kyiv, to Paris Exposition des Arts Decoratifs in 1925 to the modern rebirth of this historic brand in the 2000s. We loved seeing the beauty, delicate details and pure happiness in these jewels. Thank you to Ukrainian designer and Gem X Core member Inesa for guest hosting.

If you missed out on this live broadcast or any other previous broadcast, you can watch them here.

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New York members first stopped by Bergdorf Goodman to view Studio Reno’s latest collection. Inside the private jewelry salon, we huddled with Studio Renn founder Rahul. With his wife Roshni in Bombay, Rahul creates collections like Cacti, Orange Peel and Netted Stinkhorn (an exotic type of tropical mushroom). We loved getting to try on his bold and beautiful results, which came to life with each member’s wearing. Members also had the opportunity to do their own stone hunting with the help of Mayer and Watt. From lavender purple sapphires, to vibrant green emeralds to mystical moonstones and juicy watermelon tourmalines, no stone was left unturned. Later in the month, we took a trip back in time to view Art Nouveau treasures at Macklowe Gallery. With Tiffany lamps beckoning us in, we stepped off Park Avenue into a different era. One audible gasp followed another, and was collectively heard when Ben showed us a Bapst and Falize gold, enamel and diamond bracelet. To wrap up the month, jewelry designer and Gem X Core, Cora Sheibani, stopped by the Jewelry Library in NYC to discuss her new book and show off some of here wonderful jewels.

“This project is in part a way to make sure I am in control of my own narrative.” The writer Bob Colacello shares this quote by the designer Cora Sheibani in his foreword to the deeply personal new book “Jewels,” published to mark the 20th anniversary of Cora’s eponymous brand. Last Friday, we gathered in London to celebrate this momentous milestone and to marvel at a selection of the beautiful jewels created by Gem X Core member Cora during the past two decades. Bursting with personal anecdotes, beautiful images and a genuineness that we have come to know Cora for, we could not recommend this narrative enough for your next jewelry read.

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The sun came out to play just in time for our visit to the newly opened Jogani Gallery. After taking in the stunning Silverlake vistas from the rooftop, we headed down to the inaugural show featuring Thesis Gems. As always, we were dazzled by the brilliant gems and jewels presented by Thesis founder Cate in concert with a global collective of designers and partners. One guest remarked that an antique lozenge cut diamond from Poli Trading looked like an “infinity mirror”. We also had the honor of meeting the designers Duffy, Vanessa Fernández, and Nicolò Villa in person. Later in the month, we were transported to a piece of jewelry heaven during our visit with enamel artist Marianne Hunter at her home studio this week. After seeing her works up close, we were able to watch a live demonstration of her self-taught enamel application honed over 50 years. We also delved into Marianne’s creative inspirations and intentions behind several jewels, both completed and in progress. We were astounded to find out that her oeuvre consists of over 2,700 works thus far!

The European Fine Art Foundation Fair in Maastricht is an ultimate celebration of art and beauty. Last Saturday, on the first opening day of the fair we gathered with Gem X members to discover exceptional jewels debuting at the fair. Simon Teakle and Christine Cheng shared highlights from their treasure trove, we admired extraordinary craftsmaship and design with Tefkros Christou at Hemmerle, technical innovation at Otto Jacob and dived into jewellery history with Les Enluminures – there is not much better than beautiful art in the company of friends.

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Fine Jewellery designer Alice Cicolini

LONDON | Tuesday, April 4th

A VISIT TO THE STUDIO OF ALICE CICOLINI
We have long admired the jewels created by Alice Cicolini. Bright, colourful enamel and luscious, carved gemstones are a couple of the hallmarks that have led to her meteoric rise to fame. We hope you can join us for an intimate visit to Alice and her studio. The event is exclusively for members of the club. RSVP HERE

LISBON | Tuesday – Thursday, April 11th to 13th

THE STUNNING JEWELS OF PORTUGAL
We hope you can join us in beautiful, historic Lisbon for our next jewelry adventure, guided by Rui. Following a welcome dinner on Tuesday, April 11th, we will spend two days studying and enjoying the jewels of Portugal. Due to the intimate nature of this experience, the number of guests is limited. 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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