Semi-precious stones from Peru, a hidden treasure

Semi precious stones from Peru a hidden treasure

Peruvian craftsmanship is one of the most diversified in the world: pottery, textiles, ornaments… We could almost forget the abundance of minerals and semi-precious stones in the country… Peru is best known for its history in close correlation with gold. But popular culture omits the presence of many mines in the mountains. In the midst … Read more

France solemnly returns the treasure of Abomey to Benin

The Beninese head of state was welcomed at the presidential palace of the Elysée in the morning for the last stage of this unprecedented process of restitution, the signing of the act of transfer of ownership of these works to the Republic of Benin. After the signature of the document by the Ministers of Culture … Read more