Practical Diamond Grading Course

Eric C. Emms, FGA DGA Ltd

07973 725 266

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

Practical Diamond Grading Course.

Eric Emms offers regular practical diamond grading courses in Hatton Garden . This two-day course held on week-ends will be of interest to all who have an interest in the beauty and value of polished diamonds and want to learn more.

Please note this is NOT a rough (uncut) diamond 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 to identify and grade diamonds like a professional.
Understand the terms used by the industry to describe diamond quality.
Understand and identify diamond treatments (laser drilling and fracture-filling).
Identify simulants (CZ and moissanite) and gem-quality synthetic (man-made) diamonds.
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.
A revision for those au fait with grading
Advice on further gem education
Consultation on diamond-related 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 Practical Diamond Grading Course is £350 (includes VAT).

Further information:

Teaching time: 10.00 to 16.00 both days. Please see our calendar page for upcoming course dates.

Please speak to Eric Emms on 07973 725 266 or email him on ericemms@aol.com for any further information you may require.

Please read and agree with our terms and conditions and our cancellation policy. Attendance at our course will imply your agreement.

To book a place and pay for the course fee please see here.