Gem Pursuit: An Antique Jewellery Podcast
By Matthew Weldon of Courtville Antique & Vintage Jewellers
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Step into the captivating world of antique and vintage jewellery.
Gem Pursuit uncovers the stories behind history’s most remarkable jewels—from the geological forces that created them to the designers, collectors, and icons who brought them to life.
Hosted by Matthew Weldon, CEO of Courtville, this is your guide to the people, craft, and intrigue behind the world’s most fascinating pieces.
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Careers in Antique Jewellery: How the Trade Works
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Jun 08, 2026 |
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How to Get Into the Antique Jewellery Trade | Ask Me Anything
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May 25, 2026 |
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The Orlov Diamond Mystery: Theft, Power & Lost History
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May 11, 2026 |
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The Dresden Green: The Greatest Natural Green Diamond Ever Found
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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A New Kind of Dealer: Antique Jewellery in a Social Media World
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Apr 13, 2026 |
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The Florentine Diamond: The Jewel That Vanished for a Century
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Mar 23, 2026 |
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Diamonds Part II: From Rough Crystal to Brilliant Cut
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Mar 09, 2026 |
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Diamonds: Nature vs Craft, Art vs Science
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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The Heart Motif in Jewellery
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Feb 09, 2026 |
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Andy Warhol's Secret Stash
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Antique Jewellery in the Age of TikTok & AI
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Jan 12, 2026 |
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Xmas 2025 Ask us Anything Special
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Dec 22, 2025 |
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Jewellery in Paintings: Jane Morris (The Blue Silk Dress)
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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Jewellery in Paintings: Princess Caroline of Monaco
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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Jewellery in Paintings: The Drake Jewell
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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The Louvre Jewellery Heist
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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Jewellery in Paintings: Girl with a Pearl Earring
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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Instinct at Work: Adventures in Antique Jewellery with Michael Singer
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Three Stories Every Jewellery Salesperson Needs to Know (Live from Las Vegas)
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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Lalique
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Jul 21, 2025 |
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Opal Tiara | V&A Cartier Exhbition (Audio guide)
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Jul 07, 2025 |
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Gloria Swanson's Diamond & Rock Crystal Cuffs | V&A Cartier Exhbition (Audio guide)
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Jun 23, 2025 |
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The Dress was the Accessory: Amethyst Bib Necklace | V&A Cartier Exhbition (Audio guide)
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooches | V&A Cartier Exhbition (Audio guide)
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May 26, 2025 |
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The Mountbatten Bandeau | V&A Cartier Exhbition (Audio guide)
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May 11, 2025 |
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Jewellery of the Titanic: Part II
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Apr 28, 2025 |
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Jewellery of the Titanic: Part I
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Apr 14, 2025 |
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Bog Oak
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Apr 05, 2025 |
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The Tara Brooch
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Mar 17, 2025 |
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The Love Story of Michael Collins & Kitty Kiernan
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Mar 03, 2025 |
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Put a Ring on It: Proposals Past and Present
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Feb 17, 2025 |
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Tales of the Trade (Live from Miami Beach)
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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The Life & Crimes of Murph the Surf (Live from Miami Beach)
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Jan 23, 2025 |
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A walk through the Museum of Natural History in NYC
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Jan 06, 2025 |
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Ask Us Anything Christmas Special
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Dec 23, 2024 |
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Icons of Jewellery: Maria Felix
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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Icons of Jewellery: Evalyn Walsh McLean
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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Icons of Jewellery: Rihanna
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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Icons of Jewellery: Elizabeth Taylor
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Oct 28, 2024 |
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Icons of Jewellery: Napoleon Bonaparte
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Oct 13, 2024 |
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Ireland’s Ancient Treasures
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Sep 30, 2024 |
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Insider Tips for Antiques Fairs
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Sep 16, 2024 |
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Hollywood's Jewellery Box: Ruby Slippers & Yellow Diamonds
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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Pursuit In Paris: Cartier
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Aug 19, 2024 |
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Pursuit In Paris: French Crown Jewels
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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Pursuit in Paris: The Louvre
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Jul 22, 2024 |
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Pursuit In Paris: Musée des Arts Décoratifs
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Jul 08, 2024 |
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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 3
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Jun 24, 2024 |
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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 2
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Jun 10, 2024 |
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Defining Movements: Victorian Period Pt. 1
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May 27, 2024 |
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Art Deco Icon in NYC
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May 13, 2024 |
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Defining Movements: Suffragettes
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Apr 29, 2024 |
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Defining Movements: Art Nouveau
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Apr 15, 2024 |
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Royal Regalia: Spectacular Sweden
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Apr 01, 2024 |
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Royal Regalia: Investigating Ireland
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Mar 18, 2024 |
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Royal Regalia: Bold Britain
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Mar 04, 2024 |
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Royal Regalia: Opulent Iran
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Feb 19, 2024 |
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Royal Regalia: Danish Delight
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Feb 05, 2024 |
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A Royal Gift From the Grave
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Jan 22, 2024 |
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Collecting Antique Jewellery | What You Need to Know
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Jan 08, 2024 |
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Gem Trivial Pursuit Christmas Special
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Dec 25, 2023 |
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Jaw Dropping Christmas Gifts
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Dec 11, 2023 |
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Imagery in Jewellery
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Nov 27, 2023 |
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Fine Goldwork
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Nov 13, 2023 |
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Hairy Scary
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Oct 30, 2023 |
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Enamelling
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Oct 16, 2023 |
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Lapidary
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Oct 02, 2023 |
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Celebrating 50 Episodes
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Sep 29, 2023 |
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Onyx
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Aug 21, 2023 |
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Opal
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Aug 07, 2023 |
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Alexandrite: the Chameleon of Crystals
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Jul 24, 2023 |
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Jade: a Tough Treasure
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Jul 10, 2023 |
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Spinel: the Gemmiest Gem?
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Jun 26, 2023 |
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Peridot
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Jun 12, 2023 |
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Topaz
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May 29, 2023 |
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Turquoise
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May 15, 2023 |
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Tourmaline
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May 01, 2023 |
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Amethyst
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Apr 17, 2023 |
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Aquamarine
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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Gem Pursuit 40th Episode Special
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Aug 08, 2022 |
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Juliet Weir-de La Rochefoucauld
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Jul 25, 2022 |
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Elsa Peretti
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Jul 18, 2022 |
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Alma Pihl
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Jul 04, 2022 |
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Suzanne Belperron
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Jun 27, 2022 |
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Jeanne Toussaint
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Jun 20, 2022 |
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Courtville: Past, Present & Future
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Oct 25, 2021 |
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Religious Symbols in Jewellery
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Oct 18, 2021 |
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Serpent Jewellery
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Oct 11, 2021 |
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Mourning Jewellery
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Oct 04, 2021 |
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Victorian Flower Language
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Sep 27, 2021 |
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Symbols of the Sea
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Sep 20, 2021 |
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Celestial Motifs in Jewellery
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Sep 13, 2021 |
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The Claddagh Ring
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Sep 06, 2021 |
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SILVER (with Jimmy Weldon)
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Jun 28, 2021 |
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Cartier
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Jun 21, 2021 |
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Bulgari
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Jun 14, 2021 |
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Harry Winston
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Jun 07, 2021 |
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Van Cleef & Arpels
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May 31, 2021 |
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Fabergé
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May 24, 2021 |
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Tiffany & Co.
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May 17, 2021 |
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GOLD [Bonus Episode]
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Mar 29, 2021 |
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Modern Day Jewellery
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Mar 22, 2021 |
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The 1980s: "The Repro Era"
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Mar 15, 2021 |
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1970s Jewellery
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Mar 08, 2021 |
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1960s Jewellery
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Mar 01, 2021 |
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1950s Jewellery
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Feb 22, 2021 |
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1940s Jewellery
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Feb 15, 2021 |
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The Art Deco Era
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Feb 08, 2021 |
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The Edwardian Era
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Feb 01, 2021 |
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The Victorian Era
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Jan 25, 2021 |
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The Georgian Era
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Jan 18, 2021 |
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Pearls: The Story Behind Nature’s Most Perfect Gemstone
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Dec 28, 2020 |
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Rubies: the Endless Romance of Red
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Dec 21, 2020 |
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Emeralds: History's Most Coveted Green Gem
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Dec 14, 2020 |
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Sapphires: More than just a Blue Gem
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Dec 07, 2020 |
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Diamond
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Nov 30, 2020 |
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Powerscourt Townhouse - 'A Sense of Place'
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Nov 23, 2020 |
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The Irish Dealer: Jimmy Weldon
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Jun 04, 2020 |
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The Hunt is Real: Finding That Special, One-of-a-Kind Engagement Ring
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May 18, 2020 |