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Course Description

Are you traveling abroad, shopping for an engagement ring, seeking a quality present for your loved one, or trying to determine the value of an heirloom? In this fun and informative 3-hour class, Renowned "Jeweler-to-the-Stars" Larry Smith will provide all the information you need to understand the basics of: Buying and Selling Jewelry for maximum valuation Wholesale and retail markets: What you should know before you buy The Four C's of Diamonds; Getting the most from your budget Determining the quality of Gold and Silver: What does karat or sterling mean? Precious Gemstones of Color: How and what to purchase? GIA Certification: How it helps with insurance Custom-made Jewelry: Is it worth it?

Course Outline

EVERYTHING is very EASY to understand once you know the basics

  • GOLD: 14k, 18k, 22k? The overall view to understand the basics.

  • DIAMONDS: The 3 ‘C’s: Color, Cut, Clarity, and much more!

  • CERTIFIED: Sometimes: Yes or No? NOT CERTIFIED can be also be acceptable

  • QUALITY vs VALUE: This is the key to ALL pricing, LEARN the basics.

  • COLORED STONES: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, and many more discussed

  • JEWELRY: Mark-ups and Discounts. The true story of pricing

  • JEWELRY REPAIRS: Should I fix this or not? Risks and Rewards

  • SILVER: The current new reality

  • APPRAISALS: Appraisal value vs. Real value, facts you need to know

Notes

Larry Smith, Jeweler to the Stars is a GIA Graduate Gemologist with knowledge to conduct professional appraisals for over 35 years. He has made custom jewelry for stars Michael Jackson, Carole King, and many others from concept to delivery throughout his lifetime. This is not a G.I.A. certification course.
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