Author Talk with Dr. Jeffrey Post (Virtual)

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Unearthed: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection with Dr. Jeffrey Post (Virtual) 

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E. Post as he talks about The Smithsonian National Gem Collection Unearthed: Surprising Stories Behind the Jewels. 

Inside the illustrious pages of Unearthed, Dr. Post tells the stories of the Smithsonian's most famous gems, including the Hope Diamond, Star of Asia Sapphire, Carmen Lucia Ruby, Hooker Emerald, and Blue Heart Diamond, and presents the tales, details, and fascinating facts surrounding rarely displayed gems from the Smithsonian vault and recent additions made to the collection. 

Sponsored by the Urbandale Public Library Foundation and brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.