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Hanco Zwaan
Chief Gemological Advisor, the Netherlands
Job description
: providing easy-to-understand and correct information on gemstones and pearls
What does your job entail
: On a daily basis, I test many gems and pearls in the laboratory. Therefore, I constantly focus on the latest technological developments in the field of gemmology and on the discovery of new gem occurrences. From this experience, I distill information that I feel is important to the professional and the public.
What do you bring to the table
: Years of experience in gemmology and geology of gem deposits, and a passion for always learning more and sharing new information.
Favorite jewellery type
: 'less is more' type
Favorite gemstone
: emerald
Overall personal style
: informal
Fashion/design role model or inspiration
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Fashion tip
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Must have for every wardrobe
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Guilty pleasure
: liquorice
3 words describing yourself
: curious, flexible, tenacious
Something worth paying for
: grand piano
Most surprising fact about you
: I dream of being a top jazz musician
Fondest memory
: Field-work in Zimbabwe
Life's ambition
: to make the world a better place
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