Gemology is the scientific study of gemstones. It covers their origin/sources, Classification, Optical & Physical Properties, various Quality parameters and most importantly their identification. Gemology also includes Gemstone treatments & their detection, techniques of making synthetic stones & testing methods to differentiate from their natural counterparts.
- Gem stone market is proliferated with Synthetic/Imitation stones.
- Synthetic stones are getting closer to Natural stones due to advanced Techniques, so difficult to differentiate.
- Due to Globalization, Market has become very Competitive & hard to work without knowledge.
- Most of the gemstones in the market are Treated for enhancement and priced much higher than before.
- More Customer awareness due to easy access to information.
- Limited Gem Resources & Increased interest in Gemstone buying.
- Gems & Jewellery is one of the biggest & Profitable industry.
- Less Customer Loyalty, buy with Facts not Emotions.
- Jewellery Business is changed from Traditional to Professional.
- Better Business & Job Opportunities than most sectors.