Icon Square: Faceting Design Diagram
Successful tips and guide on Faceting Designs. A Faceting Design Diagram by Jeff R. Graham that presents various cuts, this one is called "Icon Square".
HomeLearning CenterJewelry and LapidaryGemstone Faceting Diagrams and Technical Cutting InformationIcon Square: Faceting Design Diagram
Related Articles
Garnet Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Discover the diverse world of garnet gemstones beyond the familiar red. From rare green garnets to color-changing varieties, explore garnet...
Read More
Angles for Cutting Garnets
Cutting garnets and other color saturated gems for brilliance can be challenging. Here's some advice for choosing the best angles...
Read More
Red and More: Choosing Garnet Engagement Ring Stones
Garnets come in a wide range of colors, not just classic red, and many are relatively affordable. Learn how to...
Read More
Garnet Symbolism
Garnet symbolism is rich and varied. The January birthstone has inspired many legends and popular associations with love, friendship, light,...
Read More
Latest Articles
Rhodochrosite Value, Price, and Jewelry Information
Beautiful rose red to pink rhodochrosite crystals are popular with mineral collectors. Although very soft, opaque stones have been fashioned...
Read More
Ruby and Sapphire Survey: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Our survey asked for your input on the age-old question: where is the line between ruby and sapphire? The results...
Read More
Quartz Toxicity: Understanding the Risks for Jewelers and Wearers
Understand quartz toxicity: safe for jewelry wearers but potentially dangerous for makers. Learn about silica dust health risks, essential safety...
Read More
Synthetic Amethyst: What is it and How is it Made?
Discover how synthetic amethyst is created, its key differences from natural specimens, and expert methods of identification in this comprehensive...
Read More
Never Stop Learning
When you join the IGS community, you get trusted diamond & gemstone information when you need it.
Get Gemology Insights
Get started with the International Gem Society’s free guide to gemstone identification. Join our weekly newsletter & get a free copy of the Gem ID Checklist!