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Diamond Grading Certificate >>
This intensive hands-on course will develop your knowledge of practical diamond grading and gem diamond quality.
Exploring Gemstones Certificate >>
A hands on and practical course, you will gain knowledge of how to identify all the main coloured gemstones.
Diamond Studies with the Diamond Trading Company >>
This is a 4 day course run by the Diamond Trading Company (formerly De Beers) exclusively for Holts Academy will give you a unique insight into diamonds.
Drilling & Carving - Technical Diploma >>
Covering the basics of stone carving, drilling, sanding and polishing, you will be taught by an expert from Holts Lapidary.
Faceting - Technical Diploma >>
A rarely available and intricate subject, this hands-on course runs over 2 days and class sizes are kept to a maximum of three participants.
Lapidary - Tecnical Diploma >>
As a practical hands on introduction to working with stones, you wil learn on premises at Holts Lapidary.
Gemstone Discovery >>
Enjoy yourself handling beautiful gems while learning the properties and characteristics that make precious and semi-precious stones so unique.
How Much Are My Diamonds Worth? >>
Find out how precious your Diamonds are, get the knowledge that will help you to invest wisely, or simply enjoy acquiring the understanding of this stunning precious stone in all its shapes and colours.
Advanced Diamond Diploma >>
Advanced Gemstone Diploma >>