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Wartski is a British family business dealing in works of art by Carl Fabergé, antique jewelry, silver, and objets de vertu. Morris Wartski founded the firm in Bangor, North Wales, in 1865, and the business later developed a long association with Fabergé through Morris's son-in-law Emanuel Snowman. The firm also has an academic and exhibition history through Kenneth Snowman's research and publications on Fabergé and historic jewelry. [Firm history](https://wartski.com/about-us/history-of-the-firm/)

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When was Wartski founded?

Wartski was founded in 1865 by Morris Wartski in Bangor, North Wales. It remains a family-run firm specializing in historic jewelry and works of art.

Why is Wartski associated with Fabergé eggs?

The firm became a major dealer and expert in Russian works by Carl Fabergé. Its London branch opened in 1911, strengthening Wartski's long association with imperial Fabergé objects.

Is Wartski a jewelry designer or an expert dealer?

Wartski is primarily an expert dealer, adviser, and purveyor of historic jewelry, silver, and objets d'art. Its best-known specialty is Russian Fabergé, including imperial eggs.

What modern royal connection does Wartski have?

Wartski made the wedding ring for Prince William and Catherine in 2011. That commission added a contemporary royal association to the firm's history, which began in 1865.