Understanding Diamonds, Gemstones and Precious Metals

Diamonds

  • Formation
  • Properties
  • Carat weight
  • Clarity
  • Color
  • Cut
  • Synthetic diamonds
  • Understanding certification nomenclature and norms
  • Diamond Jewelry
  • Famous diamonds
  • Open discussion
    •  Famous jewelry (story behind, owned by famous people)
    •  Renowned jewelry houses/ brands
    •  Auction pieces
  • Practical sessions

Gemstones

  • Importance of karatage and alloying of precious metals: Gold/ Silver/ Platinum
  • Identifying the importance of setting in jewelry: Prong/ Bezel/Channel/ Illusion
  • Checking for the finishing in jewelry

Settings & Metals

  • Importance of karatage and alloying of precious metals: Gold/ Silver/ Platinum
  • Identifying the importance of setting in jewelry: Prong/ Bezel/Channel/ Illusion
  • Checking for the finishing in jewelry