The Spanish Gem Academy is part of the World Gem Foundation, a not-for-profit organization that was
The Spanish Gem Academy is a division of the World Gem Foundation, an international organization whose goal is to promote the science of gemmology.
02/05/2022
Our motto is very simple. Study locally, be recognised internationally. We believe in making quality education affordable and accessible. If you dream of being a professional gemmologist, contact one of our professionals. The journey can begin today!
22/07/2021
The perfect excuse to visit our island paradise. We are offering all 168 hours of practical instruction from November 1st to December 6th here in Mallorca. Experience the Mediterranean culture and complete the practical requirements needed to attain your Career Gemmologist, Coloured Gemstone Professional and Diamond Professional Diplomas. We will also arrange some fun weekend excursions so you can see why Mallorca is such a popular holiday destination. Steeped in history and full of diversity from our gorgeous beaches to the Tramuntana Mountains. Courses hosted by the Spanish Gem Academy. Instructor: Geoff Dominy
Register Now:
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_schedules.html
Explore Mallorca!
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17/07/2021
In 'The Spice of Life', Dutch Gemmologist Leone Langeslag looks at Precious Coral.
Check it out and so much more in the June issue of Gemmology Today!
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
16/07/2021
The effects of global warming are undeniable. In most cases, this does not have a direct effect on gemstones but there are a select few (Organic Gems) that are affected by it; namely coral and the production of pearls.
In the June issue of Gemmology Today, Dutch Gemmologist and CEO of the Dutch Gem Academy Leone Langeslag looks at coral and the importance of CITES.
If corals do become extinct, so will the fish and if the experts are correct, this could lead to around 40% of the world's tropical reef fish disappearing. Food for thought!
Check out this article and more:
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
15/07/2021
One of my favourite gemmological tools. So portable and so useful. In the June issue of Gemmology Today, Nina looks at color filters.
To check out this article and more.....
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
14/07/2021
In the June issue of Gemmology Today, NINA ZOLOTUKHINA (aka Nina Gold) looks at Color filters, what they are, what they do and why you should have them at your fingertips.
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https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
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13/07/2021
Just a sampling of the twenty-two pages of glorious gem and mineral stamps from the collection of David Papaux.
To see more, click on the link below:
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You can also check out our new website at:
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12/07/2021
Call me old-fashioned but there is something special about receiving a letter or a card from a foreign destination. Wondering how many hands it has passed through as it made its way around the world. There is a romance to letters and stamps that emails will never replace.
David Papaux was kind enough to share his amazing collection of gem and mineral stamps. Not an easy article to lay out but worth the effort.
To enjoy this article and more, click on the link below:
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
11/07/2021
In Literary Speaking, Richard W. Wise looks at Emerald - Modern Gemmology. Check out what he thinks about this new gemmological offering!
To view the latest issue of Gemmology Today, click on the link below:
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
10/07/2021
Who does not like books? Especially gemmy books! In the June issue of Gemmology Today, Richard W. Wise reviews a new offering by Dietmar Schwarz and Martial Curti.....Emerald - Modern Gemmology.
Check out all the articles in GT
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
09/07/2021
So what is an AGS Triple 0 anyway?
In 'Speaking the Same Language', I look at the GIA and AGS Diamond Grading Systems and why life could be so much easier if we all agreed on one common terminology!
Check out the other articles in the June issue of Gemmology Today!
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
08/07/2021
When you are required to explain a theory or a concept to some-one for the first time, it forces you to really analyze what you are going to talk about, to dissect it and reconstruct it in a way that will make sense. During this process, you often find situations that leave you shaking your head and asking the question why?
This is particularly true of diamond grading and the different systems that are available in the market place. Can you imagine if 2 + 2 = 4 but 6 + 6 also equalled 4? Of course not, so why are we doing it with the grading of diamonds?
Check out the second part of 'Speaking the same Language' in the latest issue of Gemmology Today.
https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemmology_today.html
