Amber Graduate Certificate

Amber Graduate Certificate

The history of Amber Growth structures of amber and their varieties Amber classification Identification of all types of amber and their imitations Evaluate differences between natural and synthetic amber Description of amber sources Sorting and evaluating amber by colors, shapes, origin Recognizing amber common treatments Learn the process of amber formation and marketing Caring for amber World map for amber formation and marketing World’s most expensive amber jewelry

Frequently Asked Questions

Are cultured Amber considered “real” Amber?
Yes, Cultured Amber are real actual Amber, but they are formed through human intervention, specifically the implantation of a nucleus into the mollusk to spur pearl growth.

How should one care for Amber and Amber jewellery?
Amber are more durable than most people think, however avoid exposing pearls to harsh chemicals (perfumes, hairspray, cleaning agents, etc.), pearls should be kept away from sharp or rough objects to avoid scratching, and they should be wiped clean after wear and stored in a soft pouch or case. It is best not to store pearls in dry hot environments, and pearl necklaces may need to be restrung periodically.

What is the difference between natural and cultured Amber?
Natural Amber grow in the wild without human intervention, so they are very rare, antique. Cultured pearls are grown in Amber farms, with the direct result of human intervention. The vast majority of pearls in the pearl/jewelry market are cultured pearls.

What types of Amber students can learn practically by learning Amber Graduation course ?
IIG programs are known for it’s practical learning approach, we offer more than 2500 pieces and 20 different types of Amber in the Amber Graduate porgram. Basra, Kesi, Venezuela, Australian. Akoya, Japanese, Chinese, etc. are some of the varieties of the pearl which we show practically in all shapes and color as well.

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