The Gemmological Association (Gem-A) can trace its origins back to 1908, with the first Gemmology Diploma awarded in 1913. In 1990 the Association joined with the Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain to form the Gemmological Association and Gem Testing Laboratory of Great Britain (Gem-A).
The Gem-A is a non-profit making organisation whose principal objectives are:
- the scientific study of gem materials
- to establish education systems and hold examinations
- to provide laboratory services to the jewellery trade
- to maintain libraries and collections of gem materials.
British Council Examinations Services delivers the examinations in Greece.
15 Euro per hour of examination (additional to the examination fee).
The Gemmological Association of Great Britain27 Greville Street (Saffron Hill Entrance)
London EC1N 8TN
Telephone +44 (0)20 7404 3334
Fax +44 (0)20 7404 8843
E-mail information@gem-a.com
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