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Waterloo Chronicle (Waterloo, On1868), 6 Jun 1984, p. 9

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Mark Bryson Chronicle Staff A unique jewellery collection was on dis- play last week at Map- pins Jewellers in Con- estoga Mall. Waterloo was one of 29 stop for the Mappins antique . estate jewellery L lection during its coast-to-coast tour of Canada. The exhibition and sale, now in its nth year, highlights jewel- lery crafted in Europe during the 1700s and 18005. While the major- ity of the pieces origin- ated in Great Britain, some examples of early North American craftmanship were also exhibited. "We are one of the largest travelling jewellery collections in Canada. We offer to the K e n n e t h N . McGrath, a graduate of the Gemological Insti- tute of America in Los Angeles, travels with the shows and ex- plained its purpose. This show is a real jewel 884-1310 9.11me Ina, FOR YOUR FRAMING NEEDS public a unique display of historically beautiful pieces. Each piece is for sale", said McGrath. The 1,500piece col- lection has items rang- ing in price from under $1,000 to $50,000. Many internationally re- nowned craftsman are represented in the col- lection. " University Ave. E. lat Wetterl Waterloo An 18kt gold ciga- rette case by Carl Fa- berge. a jeweller to the Russian Czars, is one of the pieces in the collection. The enamel- led case is set with antique rose-cut dia- monds. A 25 pt gold cut diamond serves as the release catch. The piece sells for $1L000. An 18kt gold pendant made by Neapolitan goldsmith Carlo Gu- liano of London is one of he prettiest pieces in the collection. This neo-renaissance pen- dant features rubies, sapphires, 114 rose cut diamonds. enamel, a magnificent emerald and a natural pearl. 3; SALE , All Stock Frames _,",.,) 1 t5-'7t51'g,, Sale Ends Juno 16/84 The pendant was creat- ed around 1875 and bear Guliano’s initials. It is priced at $27,500. McGrath said all types of people pur- chase pieces from the exhibit: "We get a lot of young people who are willing to spend around $1,000 to purchase a nice sapphire. Our pri- mary customers how- ever are older people who buy pieces to add to collections they al- ready have." He also says that many people who have run into money through business success pick the antique pieces over new ones. The collection gets the majority of its pieces from London and New York. The estate jewellery comes from private estates, insurance companies and individuals who wish to sell Upcoming exhibition and sale locations may be obtained from Map- pus, Conestoga mall. Are you planning a vacation. 8. business trip or a visit to relatives? No matter where you are going or how you plan to get there. you can make things a. lot easier tor yourself by utilizing our experience and service. Most large corporations are aware of the benefits of using a travel agent. However, many small companies and individuals still use the costly and time consuming do-it- yourself method. _ Travel is an intricate and complicated business. To travel wisely and enjoyably. takes a great deal of knowledge. We at NOEL SEDMAN TRAVEL SERVICE have studied long and hard to be able to advise and counsel our clients on the beat hotel in Bombay (Taj Mahal/Ta) Intercontinental) and the distance by train between Kyoto and Osaka (42.8 Kins). as well as how to save time and money. see and enjoy more at reasonable cost. “Lunacy. W6 mu.- - ...v.v -- -m-___- --e.ee'" We will arrange transportation to suit the kind of trip you want - air, Whip. rail or ear rental. We’ll also arrange hotel and motel reservations. sightseeing and even meals. Most important, we prepare a personal itinerary, showing departure and arrival times. hotel and car reservations and other important details. We know our stuff - our staff has personally checked out many destinations. local and around the world. Our object is to do what serves you best. Because we represent every factor in travel. our advice is impartial. Try us for your next trip Mapplna Conestoga mall managar Gerry Lawlckl (Ian) and gamologlat Kan McGtath display placaa from the Mapplna antique and aatata lawdlary collection. NOEL SEMI TRAVEL SERVICE 104 King St. s. I; From the dock at. Isabella Grayson mac 'Meorymtetpttoto "5515 WATM ME. MY. m 6.tttt56--. Announcement Announcement Announcement Announcement Nitrite Fm cow tylltt water Monday. Wednesday. Friday and Sundays. ooo PROPERTY NUMBERS - May water Tuesday. Thursday, Saturday and Sundays. Between me home of 6:00 mm. - " EVEN am. and 7:00 pm. - 111” pm. Hours: Tues. a Wed. Thurs. 3. Fri. 255 Tollgate Wat. 886-491 1 Now At GLENN FOREST MEATS Great Sandwiches Start With Lawn-Garden Watering BM No. 76-119 State. Building. With SJ w%iiLoo

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