Toronto, C.I.G. Extension Courses, October 2007Toronto, C.I.G. Extension Courses, October 2007Gemstones in 3 days
- the ideal course for staff - experienced or novice
The Bristol Place Hotel, Wed/Thu/Fri, October 15/16/17
Day 1: Description of all important gems, including their appearance, occurrence, special physical and optical characteristics (supported by slides and videos)
Day 2: Introduction to diamond and colour gem grading, markets and value factors with appraisal guidelines
Day 3: Gem identification (including filled diamonds) using various instruments
Cost: $ 495 (no GST, income tax deductible). Register 2 people and more $ 425 per person.
Coffee and refreshments (lunches not included). All study materials and four
colour text-book are provided and yours to keep. You will receive a Certificate
of Participation.
Gem Identification Workshop
The Bristol Place Hotel, Friday thru Monday, October 24-27
Cost: $ 995 (no GST) includes all course materials. Limited class size.
Using gem instruments over 80 stones including newest synthetic materials will
be tested.
Diamond Grading Workshop
The Bristol Place Hotel, Monday thru Thursday, October 20 - 23
Cost: $ 1,420 (no GST; former "Diamonds" students $ 995) includes text-books.
Limited class size. This intensive four-day workshop (courses #130 and #210
combined) teaches the student how to judge and grade clarity, colour and quality
of cut according to both the internationally recognized GIA and European (CIBJO)
grading systems. Highly recommended for sales-people, managers and jewellery
appraisers.
The above courses are part of C.I.G.'s "Accredited Gemmologist" diploma program
and will be credited after writing the required exams. Register (VISA) by
phone (604) 530-8569 or toll-free 1-800-294-2211 or write to the Canadian Institute of Gemmology,
P.O. Box 57010, Vancouver, B.C. V5K 5G6.
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