Diploma in Jewellery and Stone Appraisal

This professional diploma is aimed at qualified gemologists wishing to broaden their field of expertise to include the complete appraisal of jewels and precious stones.

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• Produce reliable, professional appraisal reports
• Assess the market value of jewelry and gems in various contexts (estate, insurance, sale, auction, etc.).
• Decipher styles, materials, hallmarks, manufacturing techniques and stone types
• A detailed analysis combining aesthetics, market and certification

Careers Independent appraiser, auction house appraiser, purchase-sale consultant, customs expert, high-end jeweler, insurance consultant, etc.

Over 95 hours of training, covering all the skills needed to appraise jewels and stones, with a final test and numerous case studies.

• Compulsory prerequisite: a diploma in gemmology
• Face-to-face training available in Montreal
• Diploma awarded at the end of the course if validation is successful
• Access to case studies from the laboratory and IGEM’s expertise department
• Small-group sessions for personalized follow-up