OSHER 943 - Hot Rocks: An In-depth Look at the World of Gems and Precious Stones

Never look at gems or precious stones the same way again. This course will leave members with a working knowledge of the gem kingdom and an understanding of the identification and value components of gems and precious stones. Look closely into the microscope and gain some hands-on experience tinkering with some of the gemologist's tools. Members will also be exposed to some of the curious folklore and history of mining and selling organizations.