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Gemmology courses in Paris<\/p>\n

Learn to see what others do not.<\/h1>\n

Choose the freedom of individual sessions or follow a complete 15-week programme. Two groups are available each week, with real gemstones, gemmological instruments and guided practice in every class.<\/p>\n

\n Book my introductory session \u2192<\/span><\/a>\n Compare the packages<\/a>\n <\/div>\n
\n Classes from 8 pm to 9.30 pm<\/span>\n Two sessions a week<\/span>\n In Paris and online<\/span>\n Dedicated sessions in English<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\"Rubis<\/span><\/div>
\n Mystery Gemstone<\/small>\n Ruby or spinel?<\/strong>\n

A similar colour. Several clues. A conclusion to work towards.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n\n

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Real gemstones<\/strong>

Observe and compare selected gems.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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Guided practice<\/strong>

Use the instruments with a step-by-step method.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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FGA gemmologist<\/strong>

Teaching connected to the realities of the market.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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Small groups<\/strong>

Support tailored to your level and project.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n

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A different way of looking<\/p>\n

You know how to admire them. What if you learned to understand them?<\/h2>\n

Two gemstones that look almost identical to the naked eye can have very different natures, treatments and values. Gemmology teaches you to look beyond appearances using a structured method.<\/p>\n

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Observe<\/h3>

Colour, transparency, lustre, cut and the first visible clues.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Measure<\/h3>

Gather useful data with the instruments appropriate to the session.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Explore<\/h3>

Discover inclusions, internal structures and microscopic characteristics.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Interpret<\/h3>

Compare the results and learn to reach a reasoned conclusion.<\/p><\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

\"Pierres<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n
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A practical, progressive session<\/p>

90 minutes to understand, then practise<\/h2><\/div>\n

Each session consists of one hour of theory and thirty minutes of guided practice.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n

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The day\u2019s topic<\/h3>

The tutor presents the properties, family or question being studied.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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Observation<\/h3>

Immediately apply the criteria covered in the theory to real gemstones.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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The instruments<\/h3>

Choose the relevant tools and learn to interpret their results.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n

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The conclusion<\/h3>

The clues are compared to build a reasoned conclusion and understand its limitations.<\/p><\/div><\/article>\n <\/div>\n

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\u201cTheory comes to life when you observe, measure and compare.\u201d<\/blockquote>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n
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A goal for everyone<\/p>

Who are the courses for?<\/h2><\/div>

The same methodological foundation, with examples and support tailored to each person\u2019s project.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Enthusiast or beginner<\/h3>

You love gemstones and want to understand what you see, with no prior scientific knowledge required.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Jewellery professional<\/h3>

You want to observe, describe and present the gemstones entrusted to you or offered to your clients more effectively.<\/p><\/article>\n

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Career change or specialisation<\/h3>

You are developing a project involving gems, jewellery or trading and are looking for solid foundations.<\/p><\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n

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The complete programme<\/p>\n

What you will be able to do after 15 weeks<\/h2>\n

The programme gives you a practical method, technical reference points and the habit of comparing several observations before reaching a conclusion.<\/p>\n

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\n Diamond<\/span>Ruby<\/span>Sapphire<\/span>Emerald<\/span>Spinel<\/span>Garnet<\/span>Zircon<\/span>Tanzanite<\/span>Quartz<\/span>Aquamarine<\/span>Morganite<\/span>Heliodor<\/span>Topaz<\/span>Opal<\/span>Jade<\/span> <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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01<\/span>Build an identification method<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Follow a consistent sequence of observation and record the results.<\/p><\/details>\n

02<\/span>Identify 15 commonly traded gems<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Recognise their essential properties and main differences.<\/p><\/details>\n

03<\/span>Use practical gemmological instruments<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Choose the right tool and understand what its results genuinely establish.<\/p><\/details>\n

04<\/span>Distinguish natural, synthetic and imitation materials<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Compare clues without drawing conclusions from a single observation.<\/p><\/details>\n

05<\/span>Detect certain treatments<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Recognise useful signs and know when external analysis is needed.<\/p><\/details>\n

06<\/span>Assess quality and reason in practice<\/strong>+<\/b><\/summary>

Carefully relate colour, cut, transparency, condition and market context.<\/p><\/details>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n

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Practical information<\/p>

Two groups, two sessions a week<\/h2><\/div>

Both groups follow the same schedule and programme. Choose the one that best suits your timetable.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Group 1<\/small>

Monday + Wednesday<\/h3>7 pm to 8.30 pm<\/strong>Registration required<\/span><\/article>\n
Group 2<\/small>

Tuesday + Thursday<\/h3>8 pm to 9.30 pm<\/strong>Priority group<\/span><\/article>\n
Children<\/small>

Children\u2019s classes from age 8<\/h3>Wednesday from 2.30 pm to 4 pm<\/strong>

An age-appropriate class centred on observation, curiosity and supervised hands-on work.<\/p><\/article>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/section>\n \n

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Before choosing your package<\/p>\n

Start with the Mystery Gemstone<\/h2>\n

The introductory session is available Monday to Friday, by reservation. Discover our method, examine your first gemstone and see for yourself the difference between an individual session and the complete programme.<\/p>\n