Indika Bandara

Assistant Director (Jewellery Testing , Hallmarking and Valuation ) *Bachelor of Science in University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka *Certificate in Gemmology University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. *International Certificate in Jewellery Manufacturing Techniques - Hunan International University of People's Republic of China *Certificate in Gem and Jewellery Appraisal in The American Society of Appraisers - USA *Applied Jewellery Essentials - Gemmological Institute of America (GIA) * Certified Gold V

GOLD JEWELLERY IDENTIFICATION FOR PAWNING SECTOR OFFICERS Pawning industry in Sri Lanka has experienced a dramatic growth amidst a high degree of volatility associated with Gold Prices in recent times. But it has been noted that due to lack of knowledge to identify Gold Jewellery, most of the institutions have incurred heavy financial losses. Therefore this workshop includes essential sessions designed to guide the participants through a wide range of topics. Learning Objectives  Upon completion of the course participants should gain considerable knowledge to; > Gold market Structure/ Gold Price > Identify and value genuine, substandard and fake jewellery. > New trends in jewellery Course Content  a. Gold standards in Sri Lanka and how to purchase personal jewellery b. Different Jewellery types and market structure c. Jewellery manufacturing methods (Genuine & fake) d. Fundamentals of jewellery identification by