The Aastha Institute in Pune conducts course in gem and jewellery designing. It was established in 1996 to provide systematic education in gemmology, diamond grading and jewellery designing so as to enhance the quality of the subject and bring about awareness for expert and trade purposes. The Institute imparts strong technical and practical training. The faculty comprises trained professionals and there is also well – equipped gem – testing laboratory.

Some of the Courses conducted here are as follows:

• The Gemmology course is designed scientifically forming the basis of gem identification and the principle and use of gemmological instruments. Gemstones are dealt with in totality and the forma is at par with Great Britain and American Institute of Gemmology .
• Jewellery Designing curriculum is on the lines of the GIA (Gemmological Institute of America). From a general introduction in basic designing to advanced designing, introduction to manufacturing techniques, drawing of designs, theory and practical exercise on stone setting, presentation and sales aesthetics, etc., are some of the areas stressed on.
• Diamond clarity and colour grading deals with diamond right from their introduction to physical and optical properties and factors affecting diamond value.
• The course in pearls trains in differentiating between Natural, Cultured and Imitation pearls.
• Workshops are conducted by experts for the general public who want to understand the subject of gemstone.
• Correspondence courses for out – station candidates are conducted.

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