Diamond Treatments, Value, and Durability in a Live GIA Online Seminar
Diamonds have captivated hearts for centuries with their brilliance and symbolism. But did you know many diamonds undergo treatments to enhance their appearance? While these treatments can create a more dazzling stone, they can also impact a diamond’s value and durability.
Location:
Live Online | 2 Hours
Date:
Mar 26, 2024; 10 AM – 12 PM PDT
This live GIA online seminar will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the world of treated diamonds. Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Understanding Diamond Treatments: Dive deep into the different methods used to improve a diamond’s clarity and color, such as fracture filling, laser drilling, and irradiation.
- Impact on Value and Durability: Learn how treatments can affect a diamond’s price and how certain treatments might influence the stone’s long-term resilience.
- Identifying Treated Diamonds: Gain insights into the steps involved in identifying diamond treatments, from basic visual inspection to advanced gemological testing.
- Disclosure and Transparency: Explore the importance of disclosure when it comes to treated diamonds and how to ensure you’re getting the information you need to make informed decisions.
Why Attend this Live GIA Online Seminar?
- Empower Yourself as a Diamond Buyer: Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to significant purchases. This seminar will equip you with the expertise to confidently evaluate treated diamonds.
- Protect Your Investment: Understanding treatments and their impact on value can help you make smarter choices and ensure you get the best possible value for your money.
- Ask the Experts: The seminar will feature a live Q&A session, allowing you to address your specific questions and concerns directly with gemological professionals.
Considering Advanced Gemological Testing?
The seminar will also explore situations where advanced gemological testing might be necessary. These specialized techniques can provide more definitive identification of certain treatments, ensuring complete peace of mind when making a high-value purchase.
How it Works
Live GIA online seminars are delivered in a webinar format through the GIA Alumni Collective online Community. Learners will receive more information about how to join the session upon registration. All learners who attend this seminar will receive a digital Letter of Attendance that can be proudly displayed to celebrate your accomplishment.
A desktop, laptop, or tablet with a reliable internet connection and speakers is required to attend live online seminars. We also recommend a web camera and microphone to interact with the seminar instructor.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of treated diamonds! Register now for the live online seminar and unlock the secrets that lie beneath the sparkle.
By attending this seminar, you’ll be well on your way to selecting a diamond that not only reflects your style but also provides lasting value and brilliance.
Continuing education offerings by the GIA Alumni Collective™ (GIA Alumni Association, LLC) are considered avocational or recreational in nature and are not intended to prepare individuals for entry-level employment. They are non-credit bearing and do not lead to an academic credential.