Eric C. Emms, FGA DGA Ltd  

ericemms@aol.com

07973 725 266

34 Ely Place, Suite H 4th Floor, London EC1N 6TD, UK

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Page updated on 05 March, 2010

In The News

Recently I presented a gemmological talk hosted by Astley Clarke, the on-line jewellery boutique. Read what the Financial Times had to say about 'the perfect way to learn about the inner lives of gems'.

NEW FOR 2010!

Antique Jewellery and Gem Values courses

In April 2010 I am offering a number of short practical gem courses that push beyond my core course content of gem quality, identity and beauty.  Acting on feed-back from past course attendees I am delighted to announce two new one-day events:  

1.    In partnership with Joanna Hardy, former Sotheby’s jewellery expert and a current jewellery specialist on the BBC TV Antiques Roadshow, we will be presenting the “Magical World of Antique Jewels and Gems”. This exciting and unique day will be held in Knightsbridge, London . I will look at the complexities of the gem world, what to look for and how to appreciate nature's marvels. Following  lunch at The Capital Hotel, Knightsbridge, Joanna  will take you on a journey through the Art Deco period and Famous Jewellery Collections, looking at the gems in the pieces. The day will finish with champagne and canapés.   

First 2010 date: APRIL 19th 2010 

£390

To book please contact Laura Styles at The Capital Hotel: 020 7591 1215.  

2.    In addition, in partnership with Tracy Jukes, a leading UK gem dealer in Hatton Garden, I will present a one day workshop on “Gem Qualities and Values”.  During a day of handling coloured stones, I will lead attendees through topics such as current gem treatments and the latest simulants and synthetics and how gem quality is judged. Tracy will discuss current values of commercially important gems, how treatments affect value and what determines current fluctuations in gem prices.  

First 2010 date: APRIL 18th 2010:  Workshop now FULL

£125

Contact me on 07973 725 266 for further 2010 dates

One Day Master Class in Gem Inclusions

Marvel at the internal world of gemstones! We are delighted to be able to hold a Sunday Master Class where a small number of attendees will see through a gem microscope, video screen and 10x lens the fascinating and beautiful internal features of diamonds and coloured stones. The Master Class will be in Hatton Garden.

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Week-end Rough Diamond to Polished Courses in 2010

Responding to demand from enquirers we are delighted to announce a new rough diamond course. We have devised this rough diamond to polished course in association with DiaNet, the UK diamond consultancy. The week-end course will be held in Hatton Garden. 

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Three-day Coloured Stones Courses in 2010

We have arranged dates for our popular Week-end Practical Diamond Grading Courses hosted in Hatton Garden. We will to holding a course in Mar, May, Jul, Oct and Dec. 

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Three-day Coloured Stones Courses in 2010

And we have arranged dates for our three-day Coloured Stones Course held in Hatton Garden. We will to hosting a course in Feb, Apr, Jun, Sep and Nov. 

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2010 dates for our Diamond Courses for Retailers

Our Mid-week Two-day Diamonds and Diamond Grading Courses for Retailers will be held in the City of London and hosted by the NAG. Please see our calendar page for the dates.

2010 dates for One Day AND Two Day Diamond Courses for Pawnbrokers

Our Diamond Course For Pawnbrokers arranged with the National Pawnbrokers' Association. Please see our calendar page for the one-day and two-day course dates.

Recent attendee comments about our gem courses

"I had a thoroughly enjoyable time on the 3-day (coloured stones) gem course. I have been inspired by the course and my new found knowledge of gem stones. I especially enjoyed the morning we spent (in a gem merchant's office) and looking at the museums' collections, it really helped reaffirm the theory learnt over the weekend" Charlotte D-S., hobbyist, London, Feb '10.

"Greatly enjoyed (3 day Coloured Stones) course, found it informative and enjoyed putting the theory in to practice with the wide range of gemstones available. For a three day course it did a good job at teaching on identifying coloured gemstones" Gussie S., On-line retailer, London, Dec '09.

"The (3 day Coloured Stones) course was very informative. I have loads of notes to refer back to and am no longer 'afraid' of gemstones but look forward to examining more of them in the future. Eric was excellent at getting the information across to us and his lectures were interesting and full of historical facts and fascinating information". Dorian G., hobbyist, London, Dec '09.

Eric was "very good, extremely knowledgeable. Maintained an informal atmosphere and was happy to answer endless questions!" Sarah C., hobbyist, London, Dec '09.

Eric was "very personable, knowledgeable, answered everyone's questions. Good mixture of note taking and looking at gems. Confident teacher!", Rachel S., retailer, London, Dec '09.

Eric was "excellent, informative, very interesting and knowledgeable (extremely); inspires confidence in others", Sandra M., hobbyist, London, Nov '09.

"very informative, comprehensive and professional. Relaxed atmosphere, good notes and lots of practical work" Eric was "very knowledgeable, good fun, articulate and approachable: engaging". Amanda W., auctioneer, Oxford, Nov '09.

 I now know "how to tell CZ and false stones from diamonds, how grading of stones takes place and how to use certs with stones". Daniel S., retailer, Brighton, Nov '09

"Very useful, should help increase diamond jewellery sales", Adrian B., retailer, Colchester, Oct '09.

"Extremely informative and based at retailers. Spot on! Thanks", Jo R., retailer, Hull, Oct '09.

"Very intense and thoroughly enjoyable. All major subjects covered. I would recommend this course for anyone who is interested in diamond, in the trade or out of it", Julia S., retailer, Louth, Oct '09.

"Spot on...a lot covered in ten hours", Caroline B., retailer, Colchester, Oct '09

"An amazing two days with the 'Prof. of Gems'", Paul G., retailer, London, Oct '09.

"An excellent seminar for all jewellery retailers and valuers" Mark P., retailer, Hartley Wintney, Oct '09.

"First of let me thank you for the excellent exploring gem  session last week. you have definitely motivated me into going further into gemmology", Kate N., hobbyist, London, Oct '09.