Polish Your Practice 14th June - Maidstone

We know how difficult it can be to find the time and focus to maintain and develop gemmological skills. That’s why we created this event. It offers a rare opportunity for structured, hands-on gemmology practice in an accessible and affordable format.

We’ve reimagined what practical gemmology can look like within our community. You’ll work with hundreds of gemstones and have full access to professional gemmological equipment, allowing you to practise observation, comparison, and identification techniques in a real-world setting. Experiences like this are often limited, highly formal, or prohibitively expensive. Our aim is to remove those barriers.

Under the guidance of an expert tutor, you’ll be encouraged to test, analyse, and refine your skills with confidence, whether you are refreshing fundamentals or developing more advanced recognition techniques. In full Gemmology Rocks fashion there will banter, cakes and drinks.

What to expect

Spend the afternoon immersed in gemstones. Practise gem identification, comparison, and classification, or focus on specific techniques you would like to strengthen.

If there is a particular area you want to work on, email us in advance and we will prepare appropriate stones for you to study under expert supervision. Alternatively, explore our recycled gemstones independently. Sort and group stones by colour, shape, or size, examine optical properties, or build confidence through repeated hands-on practice.

This session combines serious gemmological learning with a supportive, informal environment. So, we can learn from each other too!

What’s included

Hundreds of gemstones for hands-on study

An expert tutor providing guidance throughout the session

Use of professional gemmological tools and equipment

Structured and self-directed gemstone-based activities

Lovely French patisserie

Tea, coffee, cordial, (if you fancy a tipple) wine, gin & tonic, or beer throughout the afternoon

The opportunity to meet and connect with like-minded people

Priority access to purchase any stones that catch your interest