Carl's passion for the finest gems and minerals was ignited at a very young age and it has only grown from there. Working alongside his father Bill Larson for many years provided extensive, valuable knowledge and experience, which naturally led him to the Gemological Institute of America, receiving his Graduate Gemologist degree in 2013. He has also studied and assisted curating the gem collection at the Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle in Paris, broadening his knowledge and experience. His keen eye for top quality stones has been developed since birth and was fine-tuned by his ongoing education and pursuit of the world's best gems and minerals.