Jewel Geek Education

Preserving English Jewellery History And Nurturing Young Talent

The ‘Jewel Geek Education’ project is a pioneering initiative introduced by jewellery historian and antique jewellery dealer, Mr Brinder Singh Dhatt. Its aim is to promote awareness and appreciation of jewellery history and antique jewellery among younger generations across towns and cities throughout England.

Driven by a mission to preserve English jewellery history and its living heritage, Mr Dhatt seeks to inspire more young people to take an active interest in jewellery history and antiques in general. In addition, he aims to encourage students to consider careers within the jewellery industry.

The future of the antiques and jewellery sector lies with young people and emerging talent. The earlier such individuals are identified and their abilities encouraged and nurtured, the better.

Over the coming months and years, Mr Dhatt will visit schools and educational institutions across England to deliver enriching programmes. Students will have the opportunity to handle antique jewellery, ask questions, and learn about English jewellery. These programmes will predominantly highlight British artisans and designers, as well as English jewellery from different time periods.

Mr Dhatt will also be able to advise schools and institutions on suitable literature to add to their libraries, as well as how they might adapt their arts curriculum to include jewellery history.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We can offer our pioneering programme to students at your school or educational institution. The programme consists of an extensive and engaging lecture on the history of English jewellery and is tailored specifically for students aged 14–18.

    As part of the programme, students will have the opportunity to handle and examine antique jewellery pieces from a range of historical periods, including Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian examples. We will also present a selection of literature, including 19th and 20th Century first editions.

  • You can sign up by emailing enquiries@thejewelgeek.com or by completing the form in the contact section of the website. We will then send you full details of the programme and begin further discussions.

  • The programme is tailored to the age group 14-18 (year 10-13)

  • There is no deadline to enquire about or sign up for this programme. As a long-term project, we will continue to accept enquiries over the coming months and years.