Professional Gemologist Appraiser

Big problem regarding appraisal value Question: Hello sir,

I bought a diamond for $2850 from eBay with a certificate from CGI with replacement value of $3000.

Illustrated Guide to Jewelry Appraising, 3rd Edition: Antique, Period, and Modern

Price: $25.07

Now, i don’t understand the meaning of the word ‘replacement value’, but want to sell it in India as i am an Indian and currently staying in India with proper appraisal value.

Now, will i be able to sell it? If yes, what should be the correct rate according to the certificate and will a normal Jewelry store do the buying?

As I am a Kiddie in this field, I will be waiting for your answer.

Thank You

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GIA or ISG or neither?

Question: Hello, I always had an interest in gems and in the back of my mind, I always wanted to go to GIA to become a gemologist.

Gemology

$199.96 USD

I would like to work with stones, matching up with color and clarity to be set in jewelry but I don’t want to manufacture jewelry. I am more interested in the quality side if that makes sense.

My question to you is, what type of job is this called?

Does it make sense to become a gemologist?

I am not exactly sure what a gemologist does other than studing gems. Also, I have read about a school called International school of gemology (ISG). It’s suppose to way cheaper than GIA because it’s completely online but they do send you a gemlab.

I read about it on yourgemologist.com that it’s suppose to be easier to learn than GIA and they are also a member of the Better business bureau. http://schoolofgemology.com/ (that’s their website).

Does it make sense to go to school to become a gemologist?

How hard is it to get a job out of this?

I work full time so it’s easier for me to take an online course. GIA does offer distance education but I do have to go into NY for some tests. This would be difficult for me even though I live in NJ.

thank you for any advice, thoughts, opinions you can provide.

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