Diamond one-day workshop

A one-day workshop introducing you to diamonds - from their formation (both natural & synthetic) through cutting & grading, to learning how to distinguish them from their imitations.

During the day we'll look at

• their natural formation
• the history of cutting & polishing
• diamond grading
• imitation stones
• synthetic (laboratory grown) diamonds
• identifying diamonds & separating them from their imitators

You will also have the opportunity to see & test a selection of diamonds & their imitators, demonstrating examples of some of the subjects we will discuss.

Are you

• a gem lover
• a jeweller who wants to know a bit more about the stones you are using in your work
• an antique dealer who would like to understand more about the stones you are seeing

The day is suitable for everyone with an interest in gemstones & will be a mixture of theory & practical work.