WANTA GEMSGEMS TO JEWELS

SIRASIR GEM & LAPIDARY ACADEMY

From African earth.
To knowledge.
To craft.

Build your understanding of gemstones, diamonds and lapidary through a structured six-month study path.

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KNOWLEDGE IS PART OF THE JEWEL

A clear path from curiosity to practice.

Choose a program, follow its weekly study plan, and build a portfolio of observations and practical work.

24-WEEK STUDY PLAN · 12 CORE LESSONS

Gemology Study Program

Build a disciplined identification workflow, from observation and instruments to treatments, care, and a documented case study.

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24-WEEK STUDY PLAN · 8 CORE LESSONS

Colored Stone & Diamond Essentials

Learn the language of gems, compare quality thoughtfully, understand reports, and communicate clearly with customers.

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24-WEEK STUDY PLAN · 12 CORE LESSONS

Diamond Study Program

Study diamond identity, grading concepts, reports, screening limits, and the documentation needed for a careful diamond consultation.

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24-WEEK STUDY PLAN · 12 CORE LESSONS

Faceting & Lapidary Study Program

Follow the journey from rough inspection and design to cabochons, faceting, polishing, documentation, and a finished-stone portfolio.

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STUDIO & EQUIPMENT CONSULTATION

Tools chosen around your goals.

Get help choosing gemology instruments, faceting machines and compatible accessories. Use the equipment you already own, or discuss a purchase plan with us.

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WANTAGEMS COMMUNITY

Learn together.
Grow your practice.

Explore annual membership for gemstone discussion, shared resources and learning connections.

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SPECIALIST COMMUNITY SPACES

Trade and craft, connected.

Ethiopian Gem Cutters & Faceters Guild

A dedicated space for gem-cutting enthusiasts beside the Academy.

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ROOTED IN AFRICA

Knowledge, craft and possibility.

Wanta Gems & Lapidary LLC brings gemstone trading, SiRaSiR Faceting Art Studio and education together. Project Africa is our vision for connecting gemstone resources with technical skills and creative opportunities.

“Each person is a gem of Mother Africa. Together, we turn knowledge and gemology into a power engine for our community.”

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