The Antwerp Diamond Council (HRD) organises from 10 October to 10 November 2002 the exhibition “Living Diamonds, Fauna and Flora in Diamond Jewellery until 1960” in Antwerp.

Royal presence. On Wednesday October 9 2002 the Living Diamonds exhibition will be inaugurated by Their Royal Highnesses Prince Filip and Princess Matilde.

Fauna and Flora. The 2002 exhibition theme illustrates how animals and plants have been incorporated in diamond jewellery from the 17th century until the 20th century.

135 unique diamond jewels. Thanks to the co-operation of the world famous Auction Houses, Christie's and Sotheby's, leading jewellers, private owners and
museums, the public is able to admire 135 exquisite diamond jewellery pieces, excelling by the number of diamonds, craftsmanship, innovating techniques, historical value or the fame of its owner.

Symbolism. Animals and plants have been part of mankind's artistic repertoire ever since prehistoric man drew simple, yet amazingly realistic images of horses, bison and mammoths on cave walls. Since then, animals worn by men are seen in all cultures and in every stratum of society.

Diamond Sponsors. The event is sponsored by Antwerp's leading diamond banks Antwerp Diamond Bank, ABN-AMRO and ARTESIA, Dexia Bank. The Province of Antwerp supports the event by providing the beautifully restored Dycksterhuis that incorporates the new Diamond Museum.

Practical Information. Living Diamonds, from 10 October until 10 November 2002 in the new Diamond Museum, Province of Antwerp, Koningin Astridplein 19-23, Antwerp (Belgium). The Museum is open to the public from 09.00 am to 06.00 pm, 7 days a week. Entrance price is 10 Euro.
Ticket sale starts July 2002. Info reservation: +32 (0)3 202. 48.92



Source: HRD press release
August 2002