Immerse in this insightful lesson on Gemmology Basics for amateurs by expert Tanja Sadow, Dean of the Jewellery Design and Management International School, the only educational institution in Singapore specializing in the jewellery arts.
Learn insider tips to know what questions to ask for your next gemstone or jewelry purchase. Or simply be more appreciative of the natural treasures bestowed by Mother Earth if you come across one. Whether you are a gemstone dealer, jewelry collector, or jewellery designer, you can benefit greatly from the indispensable knowledge learnt.
This learning covers the foundational 4Cs of gems and gemstones: Cut, Colour, Clarity and Carat Weight
The world of gems offers such an endless choice of colour and a variety of fascinating minerals that they can satisfy even the most difficult of people. Since the dawn of history, men have put their lives at risk in the search for the most beautiful, naturally created specimens on Earth. No one is able to resist the beauty of such treasured jewels.
Imagine you have the chance to be with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires in a mine in Sri Lanka. A sparkle from that jewel caught your eye when a miner holds it against the sun. Instantly you want to own those precious gemstones that dazzled before your eyes. Before you fantasize about yourself earning a huge fortune from reselling, do you know what questions to ask before your purchase? Are you aware of what indicators to look for in a quality gemstone? Perhaps you have changed your mind and ended up not buying. Do you know how to appreciate them better and make a wise decision in the future?
