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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SAS AND AIEA CONVENTIONS

SAS AND AIEA CONVENTIONS

In early October, AJF’s Hratch Kaspar participated in an academic workshop organized by the US-based Society of Armenian Studies (SAS). The three-day event was held at the Academy of Sciences of Armenia and featured original research by a number of scholars.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
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AJF BOARD OF TRUSTEES HOLDS FIRST RETREAT

AJF BOARD OF TRUSTEES HOLDS FIRST RETREAT

AJF held a Board retreat from June 13-14, 2014, in Montreal to develop its strategic approach. A private tour of the new exhibit Faberge: Jewellers to the Czar was organized on this occasion by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. AJA International Board Member and AJA Montreal Chairman Habib Malo joined the trustees during the tour and first day deliberations.
Thursday, June 12, 2014
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AJF TO AWARD EDUCATIONAL GRANTS TO FIVE YOUNG ARMENIAN PROFESSIONALS

AJF TO AWARD EDUCATIONAL GRANTS TO FIVE YOUNG ARMENIAN PROFESSIONALS

The Armenian Jewellers Foundation (AJF) will award scholarships to five professionals seeking qualification in Diamond Grading in Armenia
Monday, June 9, 2014
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Calouste Gulbenkian and René Lalique: A Golden Friendship

Calouste Gulbenkian and René Lalique: A Golden Friendship

The following article, by art historian and jewellery designer Philippe Bouasse, was published in the March issue of AJA International Magazine. It was provided by AJF as part of its historical research program. Lalique’s friendship with the Armenian philanthropist has been a source of inspiration for both the artist and the legendary art collector. 
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
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Lost Treasures of Armenia Revealed in Basel

Lost Treasures of Armenia Revealed in Basel

AJF Chairman Pierre Akkelian gave a special AJF presentation on the Lost Treasures of Armenia initiative, undertaken in partnership with the St.Petersburg Ethnography Museum, during the AJA annual Baselworld gala event on March 29, 2014.  
Friday, March 28, 2014
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AJF Patrons in Watchland

AJF Patrons in Watchland

On March 28, the unique watchmaking village, overlooking Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc, received AJF’s latest patrons: President and CEO of Adamant Company, Hrach Avakyan, and his spouse Hasmik Avakyan; businessman and community leader from Saint Petersburg, Karen Mkrtchyan; and businessman Armen Mkrtchyan, and his spouse Yulia Mkrtchyan. 
Thursday, March 27, 2014
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AJF Launches Historical Research Program

AJF Launches Historical Research Program

Geneva, March 17, 2014 - Every foundation needs to raise funds in order to promote its objectives. As you know, Franck Muller produced special collectors’ edition of gold and stainless steel watches featuring the Armenian Alphabet to help us raise funds for this purpose. 
Sunday, March 16, 2014
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AJF Launches Historical Research Program

AJF Launches Historical Research Program

Geneva, March 17, 2014 - The Armenian Jewellers Foundation is pleased to announce that Hratch Kaspar, one of the founding members of the Armenian Jewellers Association, has joined the Foundation’s management team.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
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Lost Treasures of Armenia AJF & St-Petersburg’s Ethnographic Museum Develop Strategic Partnership

Lost Treasures of Armenia AJF & St-Petersburg’s Ethnographic Museum Develop Strategic Partnership

Geneva, March 17, 2014 - The Armenian Jewellers Foundation is pleased to announce that Hratch Kaspar, one of the founding members of the Armenian Jewellers Association, has joined the Foundation’s management team.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
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AJA Founding Member Hratch Kaspar Joins the AJF Team

AJA Founding Member Hratch Kaspar Joins the AJF Team

Geneva, March 17, 2014 - The Armenian Jewellers Foundation is pleased to announce that Hratch Kaspar, one of the founding members of the Armenian Jewellers Association, has joined the Foundation’s management team.
Sunday, March 16, 2014
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