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Certified Diamond Grader

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How do you know that a “stone” is a real diamond and not a fake? Why are diamonds considered so special and precious? What does VVS1, F or LC actually mean? Why is there such a price difference possible between two diamonds of the same size?

Our highly skilled and experienced lecturers will guide you through the fascinating world of diamonds. You will study the 4C’s: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut, determining the quality of a stone and as such the price. You will learn how to detect the most common simulants, and you will be able to work with the best microscope in the world and other gemmological equipment. At the same time, you will develop impeccable grading skills.

Our courses are a perfect balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

 

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Antwerp
english

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How do I know that a "stone" is a real diamond and not a fake? Why are diamonds considered so special and precious? What does VVS1, F or LC actually mean? Why is there such a price difference possible between two diamonds of the same size? Our highly skilled and experienced lecturers will guide you through the fascinating world of diamonds. You will study the 4C’s: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut, determining the quality of a stone and as such the price. You will learn how to detect the most common simulants, and you will be able to work with the best microscope in the world and other gemmological equipment. At the same time, you will develop impeccable grading skills. Our courses are a perfect balance between theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

REQUIREMENTS

Min. age: 18 years.

TARGET GROUP

Diamond traders, diamond experts, appraisers and graders, jewellers and designers, diamond and jewellery lovers, sales managers, buyers and job seekers.

EXAMINATION

Theory
Practical

DIPLOMA

COURSE CONTENT

  • Introduction to the properties of diamonds.
  • Explanation of the 4C’s: Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut.
  • Correct cleaning of diamonds.
  • Diamond optics: Use of HRD Antwerp stereo zoom microscope (D- Scope).
  • Systematic examination of a diamond: Favourable and unfavourable angles of observation.
  • Principles of weighing, calculation of the carat weight.
  • Identification of external and internal characteristics, plotting and exercises.
  • Colour determination of diamonds by comparison with master stones.
  • Grading of colour and fluorescence.
  • Clarity grading using the HRD Antwerp D-scope and loupe 10x with master stones for reference.
  • Cut grading: Determination of proportions, symmetry and polish, measuring dimensions using a calliper (micrometre).
  • Use of tables for proportions and symmetry.
  • Examination and grading of fancy cuts.
  • Characteristics and properties of diamonds versus imitations (simulants). Including simple tests to distinguish natural diamonds from imitations.
  • Identification of clarity treatments like crack filling.
  • Introduction to lab. grown diamonds and colour treatments.
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    DATE(S) LOCATION LANGUAGE PRICE EXCL. AVAIL. PLACE CODE
    15/01/2024 -
    02/02/2024    		 Antwerp english € 2.950,00 0/16 CDGE112401 Contact Us
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    COURSE HOURS
    DEPOSIT
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    HRD Antwerp nv, Hoveniersstraat 22, 2018 Antwerp
    Monday to Friday from 8:45 am to 4:45 pm. Coffee breaks and lunch break. * One day less as our offices are closed during national and catholic festivities. Course starts on a Tuesday.
    AFTER receipt of the mandatory advanced registration payment of at least 50% of the total enrolment fee to the KBC bank (Delacenseriestraat 1, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium), account number/IBAN code BE22 7330 3853 0147 and swift code KREDBEBB, a personalized enrolment confirmation email from HRD Antwerp Education will be sent to confirm your enrolment. The balance amount of the complete enrolment fee must be transferred, at least 14 days before the start date of the Training Course to the same account.
    Final price may vary according to local tax laws
    DATE(S)
    2024/01/15 00:00-2024/02/02 00:00
    LOCATION
    Antwerp
    LANGUAGE
    english
    PRICE EXCL.
    € 2.950,00
    AVAIL. PLACE
    0/16
    CODE
    CDGE112401
    LOCATION
    HRD Antwerp nv, Hoveniersstraat 22, 2018 Antwerp
    COURSE HOURS
    Monday to Friday from 8:45 am to 4:45 pm. Coffee breaks and lunch break. * One day less as our offices are closed during national and catholic festivities. Course starts on a Tuesday.
    DEPOSIT
    AFTER receipt of the mandatory advanced registration payment of at least 50% of the total enrolment fee to the KBC bank (Delacenseriestraat 1, 2018 Antwerp, Belgium), account number/IBAN code BE22 7330 3853 0147 and swift code KREDBEBB, a personalized enrolment confirmation email from HRD Antwerp Education will be sent to confirm your enrolment. The balance amount of the complete enrolment fee must be transferred, at least 14 days before the start date of the Training Course to the same account.
    NOTES
    Final price may vary according to local tax laws
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    6. Advance payment and other payment conditions. An advance registration payment of at least 50% of the total enrolment fee is mandatory to be eligible for enrolling in the courses. Any outstanding balance must be paid to HRD Antwerp at least 14 days before the start of the Training Course. HRD Antwerp has the right to refuse access to the Training Course in any case where the outstanding balance has not been paid before the start of the Training Course.
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