George Switzer

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George Switzer

Earth Sciences

#2378

World Rank

#3222

Historical Rank

#503

USA Rank

Mineralogy

#49

World Rank

#151

Historical Rank

#6

USA Rank

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• Earth Sciences

Why Is George Switzer Influential?

According to Wikipedia, George Shirley Switzer was an American mineralogist who is credited with starting the Smithsonian Institution's famed National Gem and Mineral Collection by acquiring the Hope Diamond for the museum in 1958. Switzer made the arrangements when renowned New York City jeweler Harry Winston decided to donate the Hope Diamond to the Smithsonian.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With George Switzer ?

George Switzer is affiliated with the following schools:

• University of California, Berkeley
• Harvard University
• Santa Rosa Junior College
• Gemological Institute of America
• Stanford University