Gemology Professional
Gemology Professional
About This Course
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Gemstones Industry overview & significance Historical & cultural impact
Gem Classification & Formation Species, varieties & categories Mining locations & deposits
Physical, Optical & Chemical Properties Hardness, inclusions & durability Optical effects & chemical composition
Cutting & Fashioning Faceting, cabochon & shaping styles Impact on value & brilliance
Organic Gemstones Amber, Coral, Ivory, Jet & Pearls Identification & market demand
Gem Identification Techniques On-sight& standard testing methods Simulants, synthetics, doublets & triplets
Gemological Equipment Usage Microscope, dichroscope, polariscope & refractometer Effective lab tools & testing
Origins & Value Factors Country-specific characteristics Quality, rarity & color grading
Treatments & Enhancements Heat, irradiation & fracture filling Impact on trade &
Course Details
Duration
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Format
Level
intermediate