Online Course: An Introduction to Jewellery and Gemstone Appreciation (three parts)

In three parts, the course will provide you with the essential information to identify what to look for when buying a jewel or gemstone.

Participants will also learn how to assess the quality of workmanship and design in a jewel as well as gaining an understanding of the importance of signatures and overall condition.

Part I: From gemstones and materials to provenance – what determines the value of a piece of jewellery?

Part II: What to look for when buying a gemstone

Part III: Styles and Trends from 1800-2000 – a concise history of jewellery design

Course dates will be announced shortly