Episode 12: Russias Rich Jewelry History with Marie Betteley, Jewelry Dealer & Gemologist
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Marie Betteley is a leading authority on Russian jewels and Imperial Russian decorative arts, and the President of Marie E. Betteley, Inc., an online shop where customers find exquisitely crafted jewels and treasures from the most fascinating places in the world.
Beginning her career at the New York branch of Christie\\u2019s auction house, Marie quickly moved up in the company working in the Russian department. After 10 years, Marie opened her own gallery in New York and started trading in Faberg\\xe9 and jewels.
She regularly consults for auction houses, museums and private collectors globally, and is a respected private dealer, professional speaker, tour guide and author of Beyond Faberg\\xe9, Russian Imperial Jewelers.
What you\\u2019ll learn about in this episode:
- Why the historical significance of Russian jewelry goes beyond the Faberg\\xe9 designs.
- The difference in jewelry styles made in Moscow versus St. Petersburg.
- The impact of major Russian jewelers, including House of Bolin and Frederick Koechli, and what jewelry they are known for.
- Why the Russian jewelry market skyrocketed between 2006 and 2008, and why it will continue to remain strong.
- An overview of Marie\\u2019s Russian jewelry tours and what\\u2019s in store for her 2020 tour.
How to contact Marie Betteley:
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