|
Eric
C. Emms, FGA DGA Ltd
ericemms@aol.com
07973 725 266
34 Ely Place, Suite H 4th Floor,
London EC1N 6TD, UK
| |
Coloured Stones Course.
Eric Emms offers regular practical coloured stones
courses in
Hatton
Garden
. This three-day course held on Saturdays to Mondays will be of interest to all
who have an interest in the variety, beauty and value of precious stones and
want to learn more. Two days are spent examining gems and the third day is spent
in the museums of
South Kensington
.
Please note this is NOT a gem testing course.
All our courses are popular and are limited to
twelve in order to give maximum benefit to attendees. Attendees will be awarded
our Certificate of Attendance at the completion of the course.
Key Benefits
- Learn
how to use simple tools to discern gem quality
- Learn
to appreciate the gem varieties – there is more on offer than sapphire,
ruby and emerald!.
- Understand
the extent of coloured stone treatments and how they affect gem value.
- Understand
the extent of Man-made stones and their effect of gem values.
- A
visit on the third morning to the
Natural
History
Museum
and the V&A museum to view exceptional gem specimens.
- Understand
the terms used by the industry to describe precious stone colours and
qualities.
- Discussion
of current topics of concern to the gem and jewellery industry
- Gain
a short 'taster' for those considering a career in the gem and jewellery
industry.
- Advice
on further gem education
- Consultation
on precious stone subjects.
- Remember:
when you know more, you can buy better and sell more!
What is required from you
No prior experience or educational
qualification is required. You will need a quality 10x jewellers’ lens
(loupe), a pair of stone tweezers and a cleaning cloth. These can be purchased
at the course.
Fee: The 2010 fee for our Coloured Stone Course is £399.00 (includes VAT).
Further information.
Teaching time: 10.00 to 16.00 for
first two days in
Hatton
Garden
. 10.00 till lunch on third day in
South Kensington
. Please see our calendar
page for
upcoming course dates.
We suggest you read and agree with
our terms and conditions and our cancellation policy. Attendance at our course
will imply your agreement.
Please speak to Eric Emms on 07973
725 266 or email him on ericemms@aol.com
for any further information you may require.
To book a place and pay the course
fee please contact Eric Emms
| |
|
