black and white photo showing a man wearing a suit standing outside Knar Jewellery shop

The Art of Adornment: A talk with John Van de Kamer of Knar Jewellery

Join us for a conversation about the art and science of grading, identifying, and designing gems with John Van de Kamer of Knar Jewellery.

Apr 25.2024

Time

2:00pm

Location 358 Gordon St Guelph, ON N1G 1Y1

Price Free

Join the AGG Volunteer Association in the gallery on Thursday, April 25 at 2 pm, for a conversation about the art and science of grading, identifying, and designing gems with John Van de Kamer, Knar Jewellery’s General Manager. Learn about the difference between natural and factory-made diamonds, as well as John’s adventures building one of the largest independent jewellers in Canada in partnership with owners Jeff and Greg Buzbuzian. Registration not required.

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