Antique Jewellery Historian

Welcome to the very first full episode of Antique Jewellery Historian – The Podcast!

For this rather special first conversation, I'm joined by journalist and author Serena Kutchinsky, whose family name was once synonymous with some of London's most extraordinary jewellery.

At the heart of her story is an astonishing creation: a magnificent golden egg, decorated with rare pink diamonds, commissioned by her father, Paul Kutchinsky, in an attempt to rival the masterpieces of Fabergé.

But what began as an extraordinary dream became a story of ambition, obsession, family heartbreak and a mystery that would take decades to unravel.

We...

Welcome to Antique Jewellery Historian – The Podcast!

I'm Zuleika Gerrish, a jewellery historian, qualified gemmologist and diamond grader, and co-founder of Parkin & Gerrish, antique and vintage jewellers.

In this little bonus introduction, I wanted to say hello, introduce myself and tell you a little about what you can expect from the podcast.

We'll be exploring the extraordinary stories behind antique and vintage jewellery, from the people who made these beautiful pieces to those who wore them, and the fascinating history, romance and occasional scandals surrounding them.

I'll also be joined by some wonderful guests along the way, sharing...

Antique jewels invite questions about the lives, loves and secrets of the people who once wore them. In this brief introduction, Zuleika Gerrish welcomes you to Antique Jewellery Historian, where jewellery is the starting point for exploring people and the worlds they lived in.