At the heart of gems : A classic approach by gem family

At the heart of gems : A classic approach by gem family

This training module teaches the basics of gemology and introduces attendees to precious, fine, ornamental gemstones and the organic materials.

This introduction blends theory and observation with the use of instruments and is designed to provide a solid foundation in gemology and fuel a desire to broaden your knowledge of gemstones.

profile

  • Sales teams, jewelry product managers, heads of Marketing and Communication Department
  • People who want to learn about the materials used in the jewelry and watchmaking universe

Duration

 
5 days or 35 hours

Prerequisities

  • This course does not require any specific prerequisites

Level

  • Beginner

Objectives

  • Gain basic knowledge to identify gems used in jewelry and watchmaking
  • Master gemology terms
  • Recognize gemstones

Training tools

  • Gemstone observation using gemological equipment
  • Films
  • Meeting professionals
  • Exhibition or museum  visit
  • Teaching activities

Teaching content

  • Basic notions of gemology
  • The main treatments
  • A stone can conceal another one
  • Instruments used in gem identification
  • Small history of gem cut
  • Precious stones
  • Fine stones
  • Ornamental stones
  • Organic materials and their imitations

Follow-up and assessment

  • Skills are assessed throughout the training course

AT THE END OF THE COURSE

You will be able to

  • Identify gems using the basics you have learnt
  • Use traditional gemology instruments and master the different stages of gem identification

You will have gained

  • An initiation level of gemology knowledge

Validation

  • All attendees are awarded an attendance certificate at the end of the course subject to the validation of their skills

Tutor

  • Dominique HARNOIS

print this course sheet

view dates and prices

contact us for further information

REGISTRATION FORM

Client Information

Chosen training course

* Compulsory fields

Terms and Conditions

  • The registration form needs to be returned either by email at contact@academieduluxe.com or by post at l’Académie du Luxe 21 avenue Foch 75116 Paris. Once the form has been received, the turnaround time is between 1 or 2 days maximum. We will confirm you if there are still some places left for the training course and we will send you a training contract that will need to be returned, signed and stamped.
  • The payment can be made either by check or by bank transfer 30 to 15 days before the beginning of the training course. The registration will then be definitive.
  • In case of a cancellation of the training by the Académie du Luxe, the payment will be entirely returned by post, with a new date proposal.

Académie du luxe
21, avenue Foch
75116 Paris

If you need further information, please contact us.

Photo Gallery