Gems & Gemmology 2026. A Workshop with Stuart Pool in London

Price: £150
1-Day Course: Sunday 15 February 2026
Times: From 10 am - 4:15 pm.


About the course
The main areas covered are:
- General Introduction.
- The World of Gemstones.
- Properties & Identification.
- Grading & Buying.

A gemstone reference book is included in the price (RRP £10).  Students need only bring their energy and enthusiasm, plus something for making notes. Everything else will be provided.

Who is the course for?
This course is suitable for complete beginners to the subject and will also interest those with some previous knowledge, such as jewellery makers who want to learn more about the materials they use.

Please read the Terms & Conditions before booking the course.


About the tutor:
The course will be led by Stuart Pool, a specialist in responsibly mined and fully traceable coloured gemstones, mainly sourced directly from mines in Sri Lanka and Tanzania. He runs gem trading companies Nineteen48, Rubyfair and Crown Gems, as well as being one of the co-founders of Fair Luxury, a group focused on positive change in the jewellery industry and a key member of the Moyo Gemstones project.
Meet the tutor here.