Geneva, Switzerland

Advancing the Heritage of Armenians in Jewellery

About Us
  • Board of Trustees

    The Armenian Jewellers Foundation was officially launched in Geneva, Switzerland, on August 16, 2013.

     

         
  • Mission

    The Armenian Jewellers Foundation is an exciting new effort that will explore the global heritage of jewellery, discover key jewellers and their contribution to the industry and provide funds to establish educational programs and scholarship programs for young emerging jewellers from all over the world.
  • Initiatives

    AJF plans to implement a number of initiatives in 2016 promoting Armenian jewellery heritage and providing scholarships to deserving young students.
  • Scholarship Program

    AJF launched its pilot scholarships program in 2014 thanks to an agreement signed with the Armenian Gemological Laboratory and Academy (AGLA) to fund gemological training for young Armenian students.
  • 100th Anniversary

    AJF sponsored and managed the publication, for the first time, of Miller’s collection catalogue and promote exhibits in 2015 and 2016. The inaugurating event was held on April 27, 2015 in St-Petersburg, with plans for further exhibits in Moscow, Yerevan, as well as in Europe and North America. 
Digital Library
  • Armenian Master Silversmiths by Osep Tokat

    AJF is proud to announce the launch of its Digital Library project dedicated to the history of Armenian jewellery art.
  • Armenian Master Silversmiths Book Review by Jack Ogden

    Tokat’s “profound fondness for silver” was prompted by what he calls “a handful of delicate Armenian artworks” that his parents had somehow managed to hold onto when they survived the Armenian genocide of 1915.

  • Treasures of Western Armenia

    Once in a lifetime, we come across an exceptional project; the publication and exhibition of the Treasures of Western Armenia is such an undertaking
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  • Armenian Jewellery Heritage

    As we look back in time, there is a story to be told about every object, every road and every person. For the foundation, retracing the history of jewels and gems and the priceless objects on which they were adorned will allow us to look into a history that is rich with tales of love, loss and loyalty. 
  • History of Armenian Jewellery

    Since the dawn of civilization the art of jewellery making has been essential to man’s social development. Thousands of years ago communities would mine metals and then produce and trade jewellery of all types to the surrounding communities.
  • Today’s Prominent Jewellers

    Throughout history, jewellery masters have lived and worked in major city centers of the world, significantly contributing to the development of the global jewellery and gems industry. 
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  • AJF's Pilot Scholarship Program

    AJF launched its pilot scholarships program in 2014 thanks to an agreement signed with the Armenian Gemological Laboratory and Academy (AGLA) to fund gemological training for young Armenian students.A
  • Yearly Grants

    SCHOALRSHIPS PROGRAM 2015 
    AJF TO AWARD EDUCATIONAL GRANTS IN DIAMOND GRADING
Sponsor
  • Become a Friend

    Become a Friend of the Armenian Jewellers Foundation and gain the opportunity to receive updated information about our recent discoveries and have the opportunity to be involved in Foundation Activities and Events.

    Your involvement as a Friend to the Foundation will make a difference and will help create a community that will allow the Foundation to prosper.
  • Fundraising Initiatives

    Franck Muller Limited Edition Watches

    The Foundation’s first fundraising effort is made possible thanks to the generous support of Mr. Vartan Sirmakes, CEO of Franck Muller Geneva, who offered to manufacture a special limited series of Franck Muller watches celebrating the Armenian Alphabet. These watches will be given as a memento to the Foundation’s patrons whose contributions will provide start-up funds for education and research activities.
  • Current Patrons

    Become a Patron of the Armenian Jewellers Foundation and gain the opportunity to acquire unique gifts and get recognition for your contributions in all the Foundation’s publications.

    Your support as a Patron to the Foundation will make a difference and will shed light on a rich history and help educate the young jewellers of the future.
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TREASURES OF WESTERN ARMENIA CATALOGUE & EXHIBIT UNVEILED

TREASURES OF WESTERN ARMENIA CATALOGUE & EXHIBIT UNVEILED

Geneva, April 17, 2015 – The Armenian Jewellers Foundation (AJF) is proud to unveil its special tribute to the 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide
Friday, April 10, 2015
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AJF AT VICENZAORO

AJF AT VICENZAORO

As per tradition that begun back in 1998 in Milan; AJA founding member Istanboulli Krikor hosted AJA dinner in Vicenza
Saturday, January 24, 2015
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AJF AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS IN DIAMOND GRADING

AJF AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS IN DIAMOND GRADING

AJF launched its pilot scholarships program this fall thanks to an agreement signed with the Armenian Gemological Laboratory and Academy (AGLA) to fund gemological training for young Armenian students. 
Sunday, December 14, 2014
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AJF ATTENDS JCK 2014 AND PROMOTES ITS MISSION

AJF ATTENDS JCK 2014 AND PROMOTES ITS MISSION

The 2014 JCK Show in Las Vegas also served as AJF’s platform for networking and raising awareness of its mandate. Pierre Akkelian, Gagik Gevorkyan, Bill Boyajian and Hratch Kaspar held various meetings to discuss opportunities and promote the objectives of the foundation.  
Monday, November 10, 2014
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NEW GOLD PATRON JOINS THE RANKS

NEW GOLD PATRON JOINS THE RANKS

Mr. Garun Qocharyan is the latest benefactor to join the ranks of our exclusive Gold Patrons Club. Mr. Qocharyan has built an impressive jewellery retail enterprise based in Russia and Italy; he is an AJA member and active supporter of Armenian initiatives.
Saturday, November 8, 2014
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AJF Participates in the Armenia Diaspora Conference.

AJF Participates in the Armenia Diaspora Conference.

The fifth Armenia Diaspora Conference was held in September to discuss critical national issues, especially the coordination of activities during the 100th Anniversary year. AJF was present and took an active role during all plenaries and working sessions.
Friday, October 24, 2014
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MILLER COLLECTION CATALOGUE AND EXHIBIT LAUNCH

MILLER COLLECTION CATALOGUE AND EXHIBIT LAUNCH

Stakeholders decided to organize the launching event of Alexander Miller’s 1916 Western Armenia collection catalogue and full exhibit on April 21, 2015. Similar events are also planned in Moscow and Yerevan throughout the year.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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AJF BOARD HOLDS MEETINGS IN LISBON AND YEREVAN

AJF BOARD HOLDS MEETINGS IN LISBON AND YEREVAN

On October 15, the Board of Trustees held a meeting at the Gulbenkian Foundation headquarters in Lisbon, Portugal. The Board visited Lisbon by special invitation of the Armenian Communities Department to attend functions held during the Armenian Culture Week.    
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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AJF SPONSORS LIVE-STREAM WEBCAST OF TRADE HISTORY CONFERENCE

AJF SPONSORS LIVE-STREAM WEBCAST OF TRADE HISTORY CONFERENCE

Networks of Circulation and Exchange was the title of an international conference held from October 15 to 17 at the Gulbenkian Foundation.
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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Armenian Master Jewellers in Ukraine

Armenian Master Jewellers in Ukraine

In the AJA Magazine issue of October 2014,  AJF published an original article by Dr. Iryna Hayuk, who demonstrates how Armenian jewellers played a crucial role in the development of the jewellery trade in Ukraine. The article was published in AJF’s Jewellery Heritage Column.
Monday, October 13, 2014
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