There are few gems which are lovelier than fine pearls. Throughout history, they have enjoyed a special place in the hierarchy of precious stones.

The ACGS Pearls Program is designed to take you on a journey into the world of pearls, their origin, characteristics, grading and their trade. 

• Understand the history, the process of culturing, and marketing of pearls.
• Distinguish between natural and cultured pearls.
• Professionally evaluate and grade cultured pearls.
• Promote the relationship of beauty, value, and quality in your merchandise.

• ACGS Graduate Pearls Diploma

• Nature of pearls – structure and composition
• Natural to cultured pearls
• Value factors
• Pearl farming
• The Akoya, The Tahitian, The South Sea cultured pearl
• The Freshwater cultured pearl
• Treatments, Imitations, Pearl testing
• The Business of Pearls

54 classroom hours spread over 3 weeks.