Diverse Riche and Costlye Jewells: 17th Century Trade, Treasure and the Cheapside Hoard

Name: Diverse Riche and Costlye Jewells: 17th Century Trade, Treasure and the Cheapside Hoard
Start: 2026-10-13T18:00:00+11:00
End: 2026-10-13T19:00:00+11:00

Presented by Amanda Herries

‘Diverse riche and costlye Jewells’ is a perfect description of the unique collection of jewels known as the ‘Cheapside Hoard’. Unearthed, by chance, in 1912 in one of the most historic parts of London, it seems it was lost, or buried, between 1640 and 1666. More than 400 pieces make up this remarkable Hoard, including a unique walnut-sized emerald contacting a watch movement, a slithery emerald studded salamander to earrings shimmering with suspended amethysts. These are rare, but not royal, jewels. Pieces demonstrate remarkable skills and stones mined in every part of the world. What does the collection represent? Why was it brought together? What are its secrets?

Dates and Locations

Tuesday 13 October 2026 Launceston (TAS)

Saturday 24 October 2026 Noosa (QLD)

Saturday 31 October 2026 Rockhampton (QLD)

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