Gemmology Practice Week
You followed a gemmology course some time ago? Never heard about golden sheen sapphire or about the new generation of cobalt-treated sapphire?
This practice week allows students to review and update their knowledge. Using the refractometer, the polariscope and all the others relevant instruments, you will be able to improve your level of competence regarding the identification of gems and you will rediscover the wide variety of existing gemstones.
Personalized feedback is given by the teachers to improve the quality of the analysis.
Duration & Language
- Antwerp – 5 days (English)
- Dubai – 5 days (English)
Requirements
Who Should Attend
- Gem enthusiasts, retailers, designers, students, traders, manufacturers, wholesalers and job seekers.
Course Content
- Updating the knowledge concerning new type of treatment, synthetic and new gemstone species reaching the market
- Practical exercises on the identification of gemstones using the gemmological equipment.
- Continuous feedback on the results, and personalized hints to improve the quality of the analysis.
Examination
- Practical examination
Certificate of Completion
- HRD Antwerp Gemmology Practical Course
| Date(s) | Location | Language | Price Excluding Tax | Course Code | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/11/2025 – 26/11/2025 | Rome, Italy | Italian | € 1100.00 | PGI112502 | More Info |
Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
A 5-day workshop designed to introduce you to the fascinating world of gems. How to identify them and how to detect natural ones from imitations and synthetics. You will also learn a lot about treatments that can alter the appearance and properties of these gemstones.
Duration & Language
- Antwerp – 5 days (English)
- Dubai – 5 days (English - coming soon)
Requirements
Who Should Attend
- Gem enthusiasts, retailers, designers, students, traders, manufacturers, wholesalers and job seekers.
Course Content
- Introduction to ruby, sapphire and emerald.
- How to use gemmological tools in order to identify gemstones.
- How to identify characteristic features of ruby, sapphire and emerald.
Examination
- Not Applicable
Certificate of Completion
- HRD Antwerp Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
| Date(s) | Location | Language | Price Excluding Tax | Course Code | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24/11/2025 – 28/11/2025 | Antwerp, Belgium | English | € 1350.00 | RSEE112501 | More Info |
Biogenic Gemstones
The Biogenic Gemstones segment offers courses in Pearls & Pearl Grading as well as Biogenic Gemstones and their classification. Participants will learn how to recognize and classify these unique gemstones using gemmological instruments and internationally accepted standards.
Requirements
Who Should Attend
- Gemmologists, appraisers, jewellers, traders, designers, students, and enthusiasts Professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge of pearls for technical or commercial purposes. Individuals working with antique jewellery or ethnographic items
Courses
- Pearls and Pearl Grading Course - BGP112501
- Biogenic Gemstones and Their Classification - BGC112501
Certificate of Completion
- HRD Antwerp Pearls & Pearl Grading Certificate
- HRD Antwerp Biogenic Gemstones and Their Classification