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Offering access to hundreds of diamonds in a wide variety of grades, sizes, cuts and levels of clarity, the AIGS Diamond Grading and Pricing course provides students with the skills required to judge cut, color, clarity and carat - otherwise known as the “Four C’s” of diamond grading - and learn how these factors affect the stone’s overall value.
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In addition to this, students will learn how to identify the various diamond simulants, synthetics and enhancements that are commonly encountered in the marketplace.
Careers: Sorting & Wholesale , Appraisal & Valuation , Marketing & Communication , Retail, Sales Associate , Manufacturing & Design, Luxury Goods, Dealership, Diamond Buyer, Diamond Sorter/Grader, Jewelry Business Owner, Jewelry Buyer, Pawnbroker
Leads to: "Diamond Grading and Pricing" certification of completion
Duration: 4 Weeks (Bangkok) 60 Hours (Theory and Practical)
Pre - requisites: No experience required , Minimum 16 years of age
Recommended for: Diamond Traders, Diamond Experts, Diamond Buyers, Appraisers , Graders, Jewelers , Diamond Lovers, Retailers
Max. number of students: 15
You will learn:
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Basic physical and chemical properties of diamond
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The theoretical and practical grading based on the 4C's: Color, Carat, Clarity, Cut
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How to identify diamond simulants
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Introduction to lab grown diamonds and color treatments
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How to understand diamond pricing
Gemstones available for testing: 150
Time Table : Theory & Practical: 9:00 - 12:00 (Mon - Fri) *Please note: Lunch will not be provided
Exams Theory: 80 multiple choice questions with short answers Practical: Evaluate and grade 3 diamonds
Language: English (Applicants enrolling in AIGS courses are required to have good English communication or IELT test at least 5.5 score.)
Price: USD 2,000
Instrument for student: Course book (syllabus), Loupe and Tweezers
*Diamond Grading and Pricing Diploma*
