Introduction to Gemmology with Stuart Pool from Nineteen 48 Ltd. Sunday 8th June 10-4.30pm

WHERE: 

Workshop 925 based at The Mayford Centre, just outside of Woking and very close to Guildford.

Unit F9 The Mayford Centre,

Mayford Green

Woking,

Surrey 

GU22 0PP

WHEN: Sunday 29th September 10-4.30pm

TUTOR:

Stuart Pool from Nineteen 48

WHAT DOES THE DAY INVOLVE?

This one-day workshop will give you a solid overview of many of the key topics relating to gems and gemmology, covering scientific aspects of the subject, the journey of a gemstone and the practical side of gem properties and identification. You will learn to use some of the main Gemmologist’s tools and have a chance to examine a wide range of gemstones.

The main areas covered are:

- General Introduction
- The World of Gemstones
- Properties & Identification
- Grading & Buying

This course is suitable for complete beginners to the subject and will also interest those with some previous knowledge, such as jewellery makers who want to learn more about the materials they use.

Students need only bring their energy and enthusiasm, plus something for making notes. Everything else will be provided.

The main areas covered are:

How gemmology covers different scientific disciplines

Gem basics
Definition of a gemstone
Inorganic / organic material
Gemstone formation
Physical and optical properties (overview)

Responsible sourcing
Environmental concerns
Traceability
Disclosure

Diamond producers
Diamond mining
Sources of coloured gemstones
Coloured stone mining

Mining in Sri Lanka – history, process, structure, tradition, etc.

Gem identification
Gemstone properties - rough and faceted
Inclusions – various examples of typical inclusions
Tools & instruments – descriptions and usage
Practical tasks for gem identification

Gem grading and valuation
- The factors that affect price
- Diamonds
- Coloured gemstones
- Buying tips