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Certificate of Jewellery Valuation (NCJV)
The NCJV Certificate of Jewellery Valuation provides specialist education for those seeking to develop the knowledge and practical skills required for professional jewellery valuation.
Building upon a foundation in gemmology, the program develops skills in the analysis and assessment of gemstones, diamonds and jewellery, valuation methodology, research and the preparation of professional valuation reports.
The course combines technical knowledge with practical application across six key areas of jewellery valuation.
Explore the six areas of study below.
Legal and Ethical
This module teaches the core ethical duties and legal responsibilities of jewellery valuers, showing how ethical conduct builds trust and how legal compliance ensures valuations are accurate, transparent, and defensible across insurance, estate, family law, resale, and dispute contexts.
FIGURE 1. Cartier Laurel Wreath Edwardian Bracelet Circa 1905
Analysis
Develop the skills used to examine and assess gem materials in jewellery. Learn to consider characteristics including colour, clarity, cut, carat weight and quality, applying gemmological knowledge and appropriate techniques as part of the valuation process.
Estimation
Learn techniques for identifying and estimating the weight of gemstones set in jewellery when removal is not practical. Develop skills in measurement, calculation and the use of appropriate tools to support accurate jewellery assessment and valuation
Diamonds
Develop the knowledge and practical skills required to assess and grade diamonds. Apply recognised grading principles including cut, colour, clarity and carat weight, and consider the characteristics that influence diamond quality and value.
Manufacturing and Quality
Examine jewellery construction, materials, workmanship, design and finish to develop an understanding of manufacturing methods and quality. Learn to recognise the characteristics that contribute to the overall assessment and value of a jewellery item.
Reports
Bring the valuation process together by learning how to research, document and communicate a professional valuation. Develop the skills required to prepare clear, accurate and appropriately supported jewellery valuation reports for their intended purpose.
The course is designed for students who have established foundation knowledge in gemmology and wish to develop specialist skills in professional jewellery valuation.
Applicants should hold an internationally recognised gemmological qualification and demonstrate current gemmological knowledge and skills. Applications may also be considered from students undertaking the Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) course at Year 2 level.
Jewellery trade or industry experience is beneficial and provides valuable practical knowledge when undertaking jewellery valuation studies.
Relevant experience may be considered by the NCJV as part of the overall assessment of an applicant's suitability for the course.
Prospective students are asked to provide information about their gemmological education, current qualifications and relevant jewellery industry experience.
The NCJV will review the applicant's CV and gemmological education status to determine whether they have the appropriate foundation knowledge and experience to commence the course.
Student Membership provides a pathway for eligible students to become involved with the NCJV while developing their gemmological and jewellery valuation knowledge.
Student members can access educational opportunities, mentoring and connections within the professional jewellery valuation community.
Student Membership does not automatically guarantee admission to the Jewellery Valuation course. Course entry remains subject to review of the applicant's eligibility.
If you are interested in studying jewellery valuation, begin by reviewing the entry requirements and Student Membership information.
Prospective students can then submit their details, including their CV and information about their gemmological education and relevant industry experience, for review by the NCJV.
Once eligibility has been assessed, the NCJV can provide information about the appropriate next steps toward enrolment.
Entry Requirements & Student Membership
Considering a career in jewellery valuation?
The Certificate of Jewellery Valuation builds upon an existing foundation in gemmology and is designed for people wishing to develop the specialist knowledge and practical skills required for professional jewellery valuation.
Prospective students should hold an internationally recognised gemmological qualification and demonstrate current gemmological knowledge and skills. Applications may also be considered from students undertaking the Gemmological Association of Australia (GAA) course at Year 2 level.
Experience within the jewellery trade or active involvement in the jewellery industry is beneficial and provides valuable practical context for valuation studies.
Admission is subject to review by the NCJV, including consideration of the applicant's CV, gemmological education and current experience. Student Membership does not automatically guarantee admission to the jewellery valuation course.
Start with Student Membership
Student Membership provides an opportunity to become involved with the NCJV while developing your gemmological and jewellery valuation knowledge. It provides access to educational opportunities, mentoring and connections within the professional jewellery valuation community.
LEARN MORE & APPLY FOR STUDENT MEMBERSHIP