World Gem Foundation

GemQuest and the World Gem Foundation are pleased to announce that the GemQuest High Performance Gemmological Scholarship program will be offered again this year.

There is a one-time administration fee of $ 250 USD. This gives you guaranteed acceptance (provided there are spaces still available in the zone where you reside), lifetime membership to the World Gem Foundation, access to all future course updates, 100% funding for Level One (78 theoretical lessons and 12 webinars) valued at $ 1,500 USD and anywhere from 50% ($ 2,750 USD) to 100% ($ 5,500 USD) funding for Level Two (208 hours of practical instruction) depending on your academic ranking.

This year, 100 allocations will be available worldwide divided between six geographical zones.

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You can learn more by clicking on the link below:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/scholarships.html

Where you can also download the complete program brochure including program calendar.

REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN.

ENROL TODAY!

Two new GT Podicles are now available online. They are brought to you by the generous support of our sponsors; Sole Leone Gem Academy and ACA Gem Laboratory.

GT Podicle #27 focuses on tourmaline, while GT Podicle #28 attempts to dismiss the bias that many people have against peridot.

Join our hosts David and Jane for an entertaining 30 minutes of FREE gemmological education!

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gt_podicles.html

NEW FOR 2026!

Some people prefer a structured educational program because it provides clarity, consistency, and direction. Clear schedules, defined milestones, and set expectations can reduce decision fatigue and help learners stay accountable. For many, structure creates a sense of stability, makes progress easier to measure, and ensures that no important concepts are missed. While flexibility works well for self-directed learners, a structured program can be especially helpful for those who thrive with guidance, routine, and a clear path toward their goals.

On January 12th, 2026, the World Gem Foundation will start its first 'structured' Career Gemmologist Diploma program with clearly defined start and end dates for each module, scheduled webinars, and online examinations. The program consists of two levels. Level One is comprised of seventy-eight theoretical lessons that include over 24 hours of audio files in English and Spanish. Level Two includes 192 hours of practical in-class instruction. Since this program includes the course content for both the the Coloured Gemstone Professional and Diamond Professional Diploma programs, students successfully completing this program will receive three diplomas (Career Gemmologist, Coloured Gemstone Professional, and Diamond Professional).

Pay as you Go: Students can take advantage of our new 'Pay as you Go' option for Level One. This consists of eleven equal payments of $ 139 USD spread over the two academic terms.

To learn more:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/listen_learn.html

It's hard to believe that it is already December!

The final GT Podicle of 2025 focuses on two gemstones that have suffered over the years from misconceptions and misinformation; zircon and topaz. Join our hosts David and Jane as they wrap up 2025.

A HUGE thank you to Catawiki and Sole Leone Gem Academy for making these podicles possible. Altogether, we produced 26 in 2025. That is over 12 hours of FREE information at your fingertips.

Listen to the latest GT Podicle:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gt_podicles.html

Check out the other 25 GT Podicles!

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gt_podicles_archives.html

GT PODICLES........It's that time again!

If you have never heard of Alexandrite or realised that the Black Prince Ruby in the British Crown Jewels is not in fact a ruby, this GT Podicle is just for you!

David and Jane focus on two gemstones; namely chrysoberyl and spinel. The first part looks at chrysoberyl highlighting its varieties, particularly the colour-changing alexandrite and the cat's eye chrysoberyl, providing information on their physical properties, geological origins, and global localities like Russia and Brazil. The second part discusses spinel, noting its historical confusion with ruby and detailing its physical characteristics, various colours, and important sources such as Myanmar and Tanzania. Both conclude with pricing comparisons, showing percentage differentials for different quality grades and comparing them to high-value alternatives like ruby and sapphire.

Link:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gt_podicles.html

You can also check out the previous 24 GT Podicles by clicking below:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gt_podicles_archives.html

TIME FLIES......

Another month has flown by and its time for another GT Podicle. This time we take a comprehensive look at the various jewellery manufacturing techniques, primarily focusing on wax carving and the lost wax casting process. We also look at the methods for mass-producing jewellery using rubber and silicone moulds, contrasting vulcanised and cold-pour options, and detailing the steps for preparing a metal model for moulding.

JOIN DAVID & JANE on this fascinating journey.

SEPTEMBER 30th is the DEADLINE for GemQuest High Performance Gemmological Scholarships.

For those of you who have registered and will take part in the 2026 program, you are in for a real treat.

For those of you who thought about it and never registered, you have truly missed the OPPORTUNITY of a LIFETIME.

To squeeze in before the deadline, REGISTER below:

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemquest/registration.html

Have you ever tried discussing something important with a person who isn’t knowledgeable about the subject?

For example, try selling a gorgeous tsavorite garnet to a person who thinks that garnets only come in a dull brownish-orange-red.

Knowledge creates a 'common' language that unites us.

Say 'YES' to education. It opens doors, creates meaningful dialogue, and creates opportunities.

5 days left until registrations close for the 2026 GemQuest High Performance Gemmological Scholarship program.

REGISTER TODAY!

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemquest/registration.html

💎⏰ FINAL CALL! The GemQuest High Performance Gemmological Scholarship deadline is almost here.

This is your chance to fund your passion for gems, grow your knowledge, and make your mark in the world of gemmology.

👉 Miss it, and you’ll be waiting an entire year for another chance.

Don’t let your brilliance go unnoticed!

📅 Apply by: September 30th, 2025

REGISTER BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE!

https://worldgemfoundation.com/gemquest/registration.html