GAA Lectures at the International Jewellery Fair
Join us for a special series of GAA hosted lectures on Saturday at the International Jewellery Fair.
These expert-led sessions are designed for anyone working with or passionate about gemstones and diamonds — offering insights from two of Australia’s most respected gemmologists.
Held on Saturday August 23.
Whether you’re in the just starting in the trade, studying gemmology, or wanting a refresher, these sessions are not to be missed.
Natural vs Synthetic Diamonds
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Learn how to distinguish natural diamonds from their synthetic counterparts, and discover the latest instruments and methods used in diamond identification.
Presenter: Bill Sechos, FGAA
Bill Sechos of Gem Studies Laboratory (established over 40 years ago), is also a Senior Lecturer with the Gemmological Association of Australia. His Expertise in Diamonds is extraordinarily extensive and he is a leader in this complex field.
Coloured Gemstones
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Delve into the vibrant world of coloured gemstones. This lecture explores key identification techniques, treatments, and the current market landscape.
Presenter: Jan Vlazny
Do you have questions about gemstones? Are they natural, synthetic or an imitation?
Have they been treated? Is it a declared treatment and acceptable?
Jan Vlazny, lecturer with the GAA NSW division, will try to answer some of the questions we all have regarding gemstones.
