Ruby, a Fiery and Bewitching Stone (4h)

This course, like all weekday courses (February 12-14, 2025), is only open to students* and job seekers* at the reduced rate of €15. The general public is invited to participate in the weekend courses (February 15-16, 2025), at full price.

*A valid student card or proof of entitlement must be presented.

What is red? How do we perceive it? What is its special symbolism?

You'll set out to discover this mythical gem through the places it's extracted around the world. You'll understand its fascinating and special properties, which have made it the "king of precious stones".

• This course is given by two gemology experts.
• You are welcomed by your teachers before the class starts: a chance to meet each other and share experiences.
• You don’t need to bring any specific material.
• A certificate is given at the end of the class.
• Take part in the course "Recognize the gemstones" to broaden your exploration of gemology and to identify precious stones. 
• After each class, teachers deliver a list of books, podcasts, websites, museums related to the course attended.