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Gemstone Setter Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Edelsteinfasser/in

Gemstone Setter is a 3.5-year recognized vocational training program offered in industry, trade, and crafts. You will learn how to precisely set gemstones into pieces of jewelry and other objects. This apprenticeship provides you with the necessary manual skills and expertise for this demanding profession.

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What you do

  • Selecting and inspecting gemstones and semi-precious stones
  • Preparing metal settings for various stone shapes
  • Setting and securing gemstones into jewelry pieces or other objects
  • Finishing and polishing the settings and jewelry surfaces
  • Performing repairs and restorations on existing settings
  • Applying various setting techniques (e.g., prong setting, bezel setting, pavé)
  • Quality control of the finished work

Requirements

  • Strong fine motor skills and manual dexterity
  • High precision and meticulousness
  • Good spatial reasoning
  • Patience and ability to concentrate
  • Interest in jewelry, materials, and design
  • Good eyesight (also corrected)
  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific setting techniques or types of gemstones
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Gemstone Setter (Meisterprüfung)
  3. 3Opening your own studio or workshop
  4. 4Positions in jewelry design or production management
  5. 5Further education in gemology or jewelry restoration

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Gemstone Setter Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Gemstone Setter Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Gemstone Setter Ausbildung?

Strong fine motor skills and manual dexterity; High precision and meticulousness; Good spatial reasoning; Patience and ability to concentrate.

Where can I find open Gemstone Setter Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Gemstone Setter

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.