Lot 501: A day for two people at the offices of one of the last Diamond houses in the UK
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Presented by Richard Vainer, M Vainer Ltd, 15 Greville Street, LONDON, EC1N 8SQ.
This unique day for two people will take you to the only remaining diamond cutting workshop in London's famous jewellery quarter 'Hatton Garden'.
You will be given an introduction into the hidden world of the diamond trade, including all areas of rough and polished diamonds. Not only will you get an insight into the formation and background of rough diamonds but also you'll be able to see a master craftsman cutting and polishing diamonds. If you're brave enough, you'll be invited to sit at the polishing wheel!
You will be taken to lunch at the nearby 'Bleeding Heart' Tavern, dating back to the 16th century, and after lunch you will be given an introduction to grading polished diamonds via the 4c's - Colour, Clarity, Carat and Cut.
You will see and handle some very unusual and rare stones as well as some beautiful natural fancy coloured diamonds.
This isn't a guarantee you will end the day as an expert, but you are promised a fun and fascinating day!
Date by arrangement with the Donor.
PLEASE NOTE: All successful bidders will be notified immediately on completion of the Sale by email. To secure the Lot, payment should be made within 7 days of the notification.
Payment can be made on the website through Paypal, these payments will be subject to a small surcharge. Alternative arrangements can be made to pay by cheque, payable to 'The Heather Trust', or by direct bank transfer.
IMPORTANT: To avoid causing difficulties for the donor, we expect the buyer to take up a lot at a mutually convenient date within twelve months of the Sale.
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