A103 Rare Gems & Its phenomenon - Understanding other varieties of gems
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12 Arumugam Rd #04-02 LTC bldg B
12 Arumugam Road Singapore, 409958 SingaporeRefund Policy
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RARE GEMS & ITS PHENOMENON - Understanding other varieties of gems
Some gemstones possess rare and unusual features, such as "star", "cat's-eye" and "colour-change". One example is the star sapphire and star ruby. Contrary to the usual "high lustre", "high clarity" qualities of rubies and sapphires that one might see in the market, the star varieties are cut en cabochon (i.e. domed shape) and show beautiful bands of light reflection. Other examples of phenomenal gems are alexandrites and cat's-eye. Alexandrites are a variety of the gem Chrysoberyl. It changes colour under different lighting sources.
In this module, we explore the varieties of gemstones and the phenomenal features of unusual gems. We will also learn how to identify different types of gems by using the refractometer, a gemological instrument crucial to the identification process of a gemstone.
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What is variety?
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Types of phenomenal gemstones
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How to use naked eye to observe lustre of gems
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Using the refractometer to identify gemstones
* Price stated includes a phenomenal gem sample to add into your collection!
NOTE: Each intake is 12, if less than 5 paid registrants, the institute reserves the right to postpone to a later date.
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Far East Gem Institute was established in 1988. We have trained more than 1000 jewellers, business owners and gem lovers in the subject of gemology. We are also the Allied Teaching Center with internationally recognised Gemological Association of Great Britain (Gem-A), since 1998.
In Singapore, there is a major lack of gemologists (Visit one of the top gemologists in Singapore : https://www.gemlab.com.sg) in the market. As a result, the gems and jewellery industry in Singapore is not as vibrant as it could have been. This boils down to the fact that there is a lack of confidence from consumers. There are why this is so. First, consumers are uncertain of the value of gems. Second, they are unsure of the quality of gems. Third, consumers do not have the skills and knowledge to identify and authenticate gemstones and jewellery. The consequence is that the industry is often misunderstood and with misconceptions about what the trade is all about.
At Far East Gem Institute, we see that the solution is to train up more experts in this field. We do so through a series of theoretical and practical lessons, so that our learners can have the relevant knowledge as well as the practical hands-on experience in handling gems. We also have a 4C framework that can bring our learners from just a gem lover or business owner, to a gem expert.
We have seen many people coming to our gem testing laboratory, Far East Gem Lab. On many occasions, they are consumers. These consumers walk in with a worried look on their faces. They have a gem for us to test. These consumers were worried that they have been cheated. They are not sure if what they bought were of the value they paid. There were many cases where the consumers have overpaid for what they believed was a good value item. We feel that consumers should not be the ones suffering the consequences of the ignorance of the trade.
Far East Gem Institute provides the opportunity for gem lovers and potential jewellers with the skills, knowledge and experience. We can help you to be the gem expert. You can be the changemaker in this industry.
Far East Gem Institute initiated the setting up of The Gem Museum (https://thegemmuseum.gallery), first and most comprehensive of its kind in Singapore, for the purpose of bringing gem lovers together to share passion and experience. Here you get to learn about the mine to market process. The Gem Museum runs educational programs and exhibitions all throughout the year.