Introduction to Diamonds
This one day course will explain why the 4 C’s are so important. What to look for first. What we need to identify synthetic and treated diamonds and what instruments we use to identify the differences.
COURSE OUTLINE
- Includes lecture in morning and hands-on in afternoon
- Covers many diamond materials and the instruments used to identify them
- Covers the difference between natural, synthetic, imitation and treated diamonds
- Discusses why a diamond may come in many different colours
- Includes why the same diamond may look different when examined in different lights
- Discusses the importance of origin
ESSENTIAL STUDY FOR
- Retail jewellers
- Wholesale jewellers and gem dealers
- Hobbyists with an interest to learn about diamonds
- TAFE/university students studying jewellery making or geology
- Potential jewellery valuers
- Antique dealers
- Auction house personnel
COURSE DATES, FEES & ENROLMENTS
Courses are provided by Gem-Ed Australia and individual State Divisions. Select a division below to view upcoming course dates, fees and to enrol.
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