AIM OF THIS COURSE
Precious opals and jade represent two of the most interesting and challenging gemstones to grade and price within the gem industry.
This course will introduce the learner to all the knowledge required to confidently distinguish between the different varieties within each of these groups, and to identify the many treatments and imitations of both jade and opal common in the market.
COURSE STRUCTURE
This course consists of 2 modules (one for Opal and one for Jade) and 1 test.
Opal
- Physical and optical properties
- Geology
- Localities
- Crystal system
- Chemical composition and classification
- Varieties
- Cause of colour
- Absorption spectra and pleochroism
- Inclusions
- Fluorescence
- Principal mines
- Opal grading
- Synthesis of opal
- Gem identification
- Common treatments and enhancements
- Opal doublets and triplets
Jade
- Physical and optical properties
- Geology
- Localities
- Crystal system
- Chemical composition
- Absorption spectra
- Inclusions
- Fluorescence
- Principal mines
- Grading jadeite
- Synthesis of jadeite
- Gem identification
- Common treatments and enhancements
WHO IS IT FOR
This is a general interest course designed for everyone – beginners, trainee gemmologists or working professionals wishing to know more about jade and opals.
It is also an opportunity to discover gemmology and find out if you may be interested in further studies in this field.
WHAT YOU EARN
Upon the successful completion of this course you will receive a certificate of completion.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- No prerequisite is needed.
- This course is available for long distance learning. You can register at any time and study at your own pace.
- There are no time restrictions.
- Price is £65 (Digital); the courses are also available in print at an additional cost.
- No basic gem testing equipment is included in the cost of this course.
- Please note prices are given before tax. For UK residents VAT (20%) must be added.
