KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Victor
Tuzlukov

World Record Gemstone Cutter

27 September 2026 · ITC Ratnadipa · Colombo

ABOUT VICTOR

Victor Tuzlukov is one of the most decorated gemstone cutters in the world. A multiple Guinness World Record holder, international champion, and a name held in permanent collections at the Smithsonian Institution, the Louvre, and the Vatican Museums — his presence at Gemlogue 2026 represents an extraordinary moment for Sri Lanka's gem industry.

His work does not simply produce large stones. Each piece is mathematically intricate — pushing the structural limits of what a gemstone can hold while simultaneously engineering how light moves through it. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to witness a live demonstration from one of the most respected names in the field.

RECOGNITION

Guinness World Records

Multiple records including the largest faceted Spodumene in history — 3,051 carats — and highly complex multi-faceted rare mineral cuts.

International Champion

Winner of gem cutting championships across the USA, United Kingdom, Spain, and Australia.

Museum Collections

Works permanently exhibited at the Smithsonian Institution, the Louvre, and the Vatican Museums.

Global Judge

Sits as judge at leading international jewellery design and gemstone faceting competitions.

AT THE CONFERENCE

What You Will
Walk Away With

◆Witness a live cutting demonstration from a multiple Guinness World Record holder — one of very few opportunities to see this anywhere in the world
◆Understand how mathematically intricate faceting pushes the limits of light performance and structural gem design
◆Gain direct insight into how world-record level craft bridges precision, light, and artistic vision
◆Hear a keynote that reframes Sri Lanka's gem future — from being a source of extraordinary rough stone, to becoming a hub of mastery and value creation

“These pieces are not just large — they are mathematically intricate, pushing the limits of light performance and structural design.”

Victor Tuzlukov

THE SIGNIFICANCE

Why This Matters
for Sri Lanka

Bringing Victor Tuzlukov to Sri Lanka is more than hosting a keynote. It signals a shift in the nation's role within the global gem industry. While Sri Lanka is known for its exceptional rough stones, the future lies in mastering cutting, design, and value creation.

Tuzlukov represents that evolution — redefining gemstone faceting as a blend of precision, light, and artistry. For the next generation of Sri Lankan traders and cutters, his presence offers rare exposure to world-class thinking and sets a clear direction: to move beyond being a source of gems, and emerge as a hub of craftsmanship and global influence.

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