Jason Sandford
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Are you concerned about the fate of our country? Would you like to be more knowledgeable and informed about those who have the potential to impact our nation? If so, come and learn from an inside source about the Afghani and Pakistani people and politics. Gary Bowersox, a world-renowned gem-hunter, author and explorer will be hosting an exhibit of his recently acquired, rare and beautiful gems of Afghanistan at Wick and Greene Jewelers on November 12th from 9:00 AM to 5:15 PM and 13th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Individual interviews and photo opportunities are available upon request.
Bowersox, author of The Gem Hunter, True Adventures of an American in Afghanistan, has traveled to Afghanistan for 32 years to discover precious gems and to explore the Afghani culture and customs. He served as a consultant to the U.S. Department of Defense shortly after September 11, 2001, giving details of the terrain and the ins and outs of Afghanistan like few others can.
He was described as a “modern-day Indiana Jones” by Diane Sawyer on Good Morning, America. He will not only be presenting precious jewels that are native to Afghanistan, but will be available to give real-life examples of his adventures and misadventures in that mysterious land.
Bowersox has traveled to more than 80 countries in search of the world’s rarest gemstones and minerals. He has worked with miners not only in Afghanistan, but also in Brazil, Burma, Madagascar, Sri Lanka and Thailand. He has chaired eight symposiums on gems in Afghanistan and was presenter/consultant on “The Gem Hunter in Afghanistan 2001, a 50-minute television documentary.
For anyone interested in gems, geography, politics, and, especially adventure this exhibit is a MUST-SEE!
