[Jewelry making - Article 00574] - Re: [Orchid] Certified Bench Jeweler

[Mark Chapman]

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    I looked into the certification program when it was first introduced,
    and have followed it sence then.  I have two problems with it's
    system. First it requires no gemology training or knoledge! How many
    problems have I avoided over the years with a good background in
    gemology, from fracture filled diamonds intended for retipping or
    sapphire/ saphire doublets also to retip, to what or who knows at
    this point. My second problem is personal I neither carve wax nor
    cast, at a professional level.  My passing as a Master Jeweler that
    included any testing of casting ability would make the system a joke!
    
Mark Chapman


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