2026-09-06
Taught by Taiwan’s Leading Gemmologist • 5 Hours to Uncover Market Realities & Buy with Confidence!
2026 Southeast Asia Tour (Singapore & Malaysia)
Practical Crystal Identification & Appreciation Masterclass
Taught by Taiwan’s Leading Gemmologist • 5 Hours to Uncover Market Realities & Buy with Confidence!
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Singapore Session
Early Bird: SGD 488 |
Malaysia Session
Early Bird: MYR 699 |
Course Highlights
Proven track record with over 600 alumni in Taiwan. Debuting in Singapore and Malaysia for the very first time! Tailored for crystal lovers, live-stream buyers, collectors, and merchants looking to avoid marketing hype and counterfeits.
Inspect genuine crystals, rare inclusions, treated varieties, and high-end synthetics in person—no more relying on photos or guesswork.
Bring your own crystal collection to class! An international gemmologist will personally examine your pieces, analyze their quality, and provide professional maintenance and selection advice.
Participants who complete the 5-hour intensive training will receive the official Foundation of Quartz Course certificate to build authoritative professional credibility.
Graduates fulfill the prerequisite to advance directly to the Diploma level, elevating their expertise toward professional gemmological mastery!
Graduates receive priority access to overseas crystal sourcing expeditions (such as the Donghai Crystal Market), putting knowledge directly into commercial practice.
Official Certification
Participants who complete the 5-hour training will be awarded the official course certificate issued by Gemifo Gemmological Center.
※ Official physical certificate awarded in standard A4 portrait format.
5-Hour Intensive Curriculum
Understand natural quartz (SiO₂) crystal structures, physical characteristics, and optical properties (hardness, specific gravity, double refraction, pleochroism); build a solid mineral identification mindset.
Demystify popular trade varieties: Super Seven, Strawberry Quartz, Green Strawberry Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, and Phantom Quartz; explore related varieties within the quartz family including chalcedony, agate, jasper, and pietersite.
Identify common imitations: synthetic hydro-thermal quartz, melted glass, resin-filled stones, irradiation, dyed cracked quartz, and heat treatments; master field testing and loupe observation techniques.
Practical breakout sessions comparing genuine specimens against synthetics; present your personal crystal pieces for individual evaluation, receiving objective appraisals and professional guidance from Shih-Yu Wu.
Who Should Attend?
Lead Instructor
Shih-Yu Jennifer Wu (吳詩羽)
“Viewing crystals through a scientific lens ensures every enthusiast collects with clarity and confidence.”
Academic & Professional Credentials:
• Master’s Degree in Gemmology with Distinction, School of Jewellery, Birmingham City University (UK)
• Gem-A Fellow of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (FGA)
• Gem-A Diamond Member of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain (DGA)
• EiMBA, National Taiwan University
Industry Leadership & Achievements:
• Chief Operating Officer (COO), Gemifo Co., Ltd.
• Founder of the global WQD Crystal Identification & Grading Certification System
• Core organizer and curator of the Taiwan Mineral Show
• Completes over 100 hours annually in advanced gem testing and inspector training under CITS
• Extensively experienced in micro-inclusion analysis and global field-sourcing expeditions
Tour Schedule & Registration
Singapore Session
Saturday, October 24, 2026
- ⏰ Time: 09:30 AM – 12:30 PM ｜ 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM (5 Hours)
- Tuition: Early Bird: SGD 488 (Std SGD 688)
- ⏳ Early Bird Deadline: Sept 30, 2026
- Capacity: 5 to 30 students (Limited seats)
- Lunch: Not included (1-hr break 12:30–1:30 PM)
- Venue: 10 Anson Rd, #18-24 International Plaza, Singapore 079903
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Malaysia Session
Sunday, October 25, 2026
- ⏰ Time: 12:30 PM – 17:30 PM (5 Hours)
- Tuition: Early Bird: MYR 699 (Std MYR 950)
- ⏳ Early Bird Deadline: Sept 30, 2026
- Capacity: 5 to 30 students (Limited seats)
- Package: Comprehensive manual, specimen study, Foundation Certificate & 1-on-1 inspection
- Venue: Kuala Lumpur (Exact classroom venue notified upon registration)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You will receive the official Foundation of Quartz Course certificate upon completion. This fulfills the prerequisite to advance toward the professional Diploma of Water Crystal (Quartz) credential, completing the full professional certification pathway!
Not at all. The course is structured progressively using clear, accessible language alongside tangible specimens, making it easy for beginners to master practical identification skills.
We recommend bringing 1 to 2 pieces that you are most curious about. Instructor Shih-Yu Wu will examine them with you during the hands-on consultation module and provide objective advice.
Yes! You can choose either the Singapore session (Oct 24) or the Malaysia session (Oct 25). Please click the respective registration links above to confirm your seat.
