Ruby and Sapphire Identification and Evaluation
Master the Essence of Corundum Gemstone Identification
What You'll Experience
An in-depth systematic corundum gemstone identification course focusing on professional identification and evaluation of rubies and sapphires. Learn gemstone characteristics from major origins including Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Mozambique, master detection techniques for treatments such as heat treatment and diffusion, understand color grading, clarity assessment and market pricing strategies to become an authoritative expert in corundum gemstones.
Learning Modules
Corundum Mineralogy Fundamentals
In-depth study of corundum chemical composition, crystal structure, physical properties and optical characteristics, understand color-causing mechanisms of rubies and sapphires.
Ruby Origin Characteristics Studies
Learn gemstone characteristics and inclusion identification of major ruby origins including Myanmar, Mozambique, Thailand and Madagascar.
Sapphire Origin Determination
Learn identification features and determination techniques of famous sapphire origins including Kashmir, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Madagascar.
Corundum Inclusion Microscopy
In-depth research on various inclusions in rubies and sapphires, master the importance of mineral inclusions and liquid inclusions for origin determination.
Heat Treatment and Diffusion Detection
Learn identification and detection techniques for heat treatment, beryllium diffusion, iron and titanium diffusion and other treatments of rubies and sapphires.
Synthetic Corundum Identification
Master characteristic identification and determination methods for flame fusion, hydrothermal and flux-grown synthetic rubies and sapphires.
Ruby & Sapphire Color Grading
Learn international ruby and sapphire color grading standards, master evaluation methods for top colors like pigeon blood red, royal blue, cornflower blue and market value assessment.
Your Certificate
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a GUILD Institute certificate that recognizes your professional expertise.
