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Anatomy of Stones - Foray into gemology
The Anatomy of Stones is a course dedicated to both stone lovers and jewelers or artists who work with metals. In this course you will be able to find out information about stones and about the similarities, the composition, but also the differences between them.
In collaboration with the gemologist Maria Dumbrava, we will explore the fascinating world of precious stones and we will unravel the secrets behind their beauty.
The price of the course includes:
- written materials: Case study, Explanatory sheets for: sapphire, ruby, tourmaline, zircon, spinel and garnet
- a surprise gift >>
At the end of the course you will take a fun little test to assess your knowledge of stones. The test consists in recognizing a stone from a series of others similar in shape, color and size.
Topics presented:
- What are stones: formation, composition, influences on color
- Precious and semi-precious gems
- Sticla vs. stone - eliminating confusion
- "Root" of a stone (eg ruby root)
- The right price for a stone
- Carat, cut, color and clarity
- The stones and Metal Clay
- Hardness and thermal resistance
- Chemical resistance (eg hot water with antique solution)
- Handling stones in the process of mounting in jewelry - reactions
- Treatments applied to stones and their influence in handling
Course features
- Lessons 0
- Quizzes 0
- duration 7 hours
- Level Beginner
- Language Romana
- Attended 7
- Assessments Da
Maria Dumbrava is a gemologist certified and certified by the Ministry of Labor and the Ministry of National Education.
In addition to the gemology courses, in the personal gemological analysis laboratory, Maria also offers gemological services for analysis, evaluation and research on diamonds or other precious stones.