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    Taking the age-old tradition of enlightenment through education forward,...

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    To stimulate curiosity and cater to the global needs of a dynamic education,...

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    The IIS University, with its perfect amalgamation of innovation, inspiration...

IIS (Deemed to be University)

Gurukul Marg, SFS, Mansarovar, Jaipur 302020, (Raj.) India

Phone:- +91-141-2400160-61, 2397906-07,

Fax: 2395494,2781158, Toll Free No.: 1800 180 7750

Grading & Sorting of Gemstones | Jewellery Designing

Grading & Sorting of Gemstones

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Paper Code: 
24DJWT501(A)
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
120.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1. Enhance the skills of  the  formation of gemstones, their crystal system, physical, optical & chemical properties-Study of 4 ‘C’s of diamonds, Use of various Gemology instruments.

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

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COURSE CODE

COURSE TITLE

24DJWT  501(A)

Gemology  

 CO102: Develop an in-depth comprehension of the principles and techniques used in distinguishing, categorizing, and evaluating both raw and refined forms of valuable gemstones, including precious, semi-precious, and organic varieties. Achieve expertise in employing specialized tools and instruments to accurately assorting and evaluating the unique attributes and qualities of gemstones

CO103: Compile comprehensive practical records detailing plans related to jewellery design across diverse institutional settings and cultivate verbal communication skills to converse effectively with examiners.

CO104: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction.

Approach in teaching: Interactive Practical Sessions , Theme board  , Demonstrations ,Giving tasks, Field practical , inspiration board,  Workshop ,  Laboratory industry visits,  Group and Team work

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective , Product and Design development

Class test, Semester end examinations, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects

 

120.00
Unit I: 
Uses of various instruments:

       Uses of various instruments:                                             

  • Refract meter, Polariscope, Microscope, Spectroscope, Ultraviolet lamp, Hardness pencil, Diamond probe, Chelsa filter, 10x lens. MM Watch, optimizer, sieve etc

  Identification, Sorting and Grading Of Stones.                                    

  • Rough and polished gems
  • Synthetic and stimulant
  • Absorption Spectrum.
  • Defects in gem minerals
  • Flaws and inclusions.
  • Recognize the color, clarity and cut grading criteria of gemstones

Identification of Diamond                                                                      

  • Natural and synthetic diamond,
  • Quality of diamond
  • Inclusions in Diamond and their significance

Identification of Organic gem minerals-                                             

  • Pearl, amber, coral & shell.

Assortment and evaluation                                                                          

  • Rough stones
  • Cut and polished
  • Stone single stone
  • Packet lots
  • Unusual stones
  • Collect just a bunch of pictures of common and rare gems with a few bullet points on each, & collect some approachable gem stones for presentation.

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Karanth, R.V (2008) Gemstones: Enchanting Gifts of Nature by Geological society of india Ltd.
  • Chikayama, A. (2013) Dictionary of Gemstones & Jewellery by IMACBC Co.Ltd
  • Matlins, A. (2009) Jewellery & Gems: The Buying Guide  
  • Jaffer, A. (2019) Beyond Extravagance : A royal collection of gems and jewels      by Assouline

 

Academic Year: 
2024-2025
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