Overview
This is a general interest course introducing the basic identifying features of all important gems, including their appearance, special physical and optical characteristics, their occurrence and value factors. Also included is an introduction to diamond and colour gem grading, the use of gemmological instruments to aid identification.
Course Type
- Correspondence course. Certificate upon completion.
- GEM120 Gemmology II complements this course and can be taken concurrently.
- This course can only be shipped to a Canadian address.
Course Content
- Nature of Gemstones
- Diamonds and Corundum
- Beryl and organic gems
- Crystal Structure and Origin of Gems, Opal, Topaz and Jade
- Gem Cutting and Care, Garnet, Quartz and Spodumene
- Gemstone Identification
- Tourmaline, Chrysoberyl and others
- Diamond Grading
- Gemstone Economics, Markets and Values, Diamond Grading
- Colour Gem Grading and Appraisals
- Gem Enhancement and Synthetic Gems
- Review, Jewellery Manufacture, History and Fashion