
Course Details
Overview
How do I know that a “stone” is a real diamond and not a fake? Why are diamonds considered so special and precious? What does VVS1, F or LC actually mean? Why is there such a price difference possible between two diamonds of the same size?
Our highly skilled and experienced lecturers will guide you through the fascinating world of diamonds. You will study the 4C’s: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut, determining the quality of a stone and as such the price. You will learn how to detect the most common simulants, and you will be able to work with the best microscope in the world and other gemmological equipment. At the same time, you will develop impeccable grading skills.
Our courses are a perfect balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 12 days
- Skill level All levels
- Language Italian
- Students 10
- Certificate No
- Assessments Self
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Curriculum
Requirements
- Min. age: 18 years
- No previous diamond experience is required
Features
- Introduction to the properties of diamonds
- Explanation of the 4C’s: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut
- Diamond optics
- Systematic examination of a diamond: Favourable and unfavourable angles of observation
- Identification of external and internal characteristics
- Colour determination of diamonds by comparison with master stones
- Grading of colour and fluorescence
- Clarity grading using the microscope and loupe 10x with master stones for reference
- Cut grading: Determination of proportions, symmetry and polish; Measuring dimensions using a caliper (micrometer)
- Examination and grading of fancy cuts
- Characteristics and properties of diamonds versus imitations (simulants), Including simple tests to distinguish natural diamonds from imitations
- Identification of clarity treatments like crack filling
- Introduction to lab grown diamonds and colour treatments
Target audiences
- Diamond traders, diamond experts, appraisers and graders, jewellers and designers, diamond and jewellery lovers, sales managers, buyers and job seekers.