Introduction to Gemology

Paper Code: 
JWT 202
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

v  To impart the knowledge of Gemology   &  the use of various laboratory equipment such as the gemological microscope, dichroscope, polariscope, specific gravity balance, refract meter, ultraviolet light, spectroscope, and other instruments used in gem identification.

 

v  To acquire a thorough knowledge of all precious and semi-precious stones and the ways in which they are used in jewelry.

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Gemology
  • Definition,
  • Qualities of gems
  • Value of gemstone      
  • Use of gems for astrological purpose.
  • Gem deposits
9.00
Unit II: 
Gems Stones: Shapes & cuts

       Studying Different Cuts and Shapes of Stone  

·         Cutting  and Faceting 

·         Identification Of Gems  With Help Of Instruments

 

 

9.00
Unit III: 
Characteristics of Gem stones
  • Physical Properties of Gem Stones
  • Optical Properties of Gem Stones
9.00
Unit IV: 
Classification and types
  • Precious Gems
  • Semi Precious Gems
  • Imitation Gems
  • Organic Stones
  • Assortment and evaluation

 

 

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Gemstones setting

Study of Setting –Channel, Prong, Pave, Kundan

Plate, Flush, Illusion, Invisible and Tension. others

Essential Readings: 

1.      Butterworth- Heinemann, Oxford -Gemology, 2nd edition, by Peter G. Read  

2.      The Crystal Bible : A Definitive Guide to Crystals, by Hall, Judy

3.      Identification of Gemstones, by Michael O’Donoghue

References: 
  1. Practical Gemology of Gemstones of the world by Walter Schumann
  2. Gemology by Peter G. Read
  3. Gem & Ornamental Materials of Organic Origin by Maggie Compbell Pedersen

 

Academic Year: 
2019-20
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