AIM OF THIS COURSE
Rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are considered the cornerstones of the coloured gemstone industry.
This comprehensive course covers all the learner needs to know about these magnificent gemstones, including their chemical, physical, optical properties; the major localities associated with each; an introduction to grading and pricing; and how to confidently identify them, their treatments and their synthetic counterparts using standard gemmological testing.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The course consists of 12 lessons (split into two modules – one for Corundum and one for Emerald) and 1 test.
Corundum
- Physical and optical properties
- Localities and mining
- Identification of ruby
- identification of blue sapphire
- Identification of fancy sapphires
- Treatments & enhancements
- Grading & pricing
Emerald
- Physical and optical properties
- Localities and mining
- Identification of emerald
- Treatments & enhancements
- Grading & pricing
WHO IS IT FOR
This is a general interest course designed for everyone – beginners, trainee gemmologists or working professionals wishing to know more about the ‘big three’.
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 £85 (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.
