Jewelry Metals
Learn about the various types of precious metals used in gemstone jewelry including rings, necklaces and more.
(15 Articles)
Jewelry Making Tools
Learn about the tools used in the settings and other metal components of gemstone jewelry.
(29 Articles)
Metalsmithing and Jewelry Making Techniques
How to take gemstones and set them into pieces of jewelry. Including rings, necklaces, bracelets and more.
(16 Articles)
Jewelry Styles and Inspiration
Trends and styles of gemstone jewelry with many examples to be inspired by.
(38 Articles)
Antique Jewelry and Jewelry History
Evaluating antique gemstone jewelry and examples of different styles of gemstone jewelry from various eras.
(10 Articles)
Fundamentals of Lapidary
Birdseye view of the cuts, tools and techniques involved in lapidary arts, i.e. cutting or forming gemstones.
(6 Articles)
Beginner's Information - Learning to Facet
Learn to facet. Articles for beginners who are just getting started in lapidary.
(45 Articles)
Lapidary and Faceting Equipment
Learn about the tools and equipment involved in lapidary arts.
(41 Articles)
Lapidary and Faceting Guides, Tips and Instructions
How-to articles on a wide variety of faceting techniques.
(87 Articles)
Re-Cutting, Re-Polishing, and Repairing Gemstones
How to re-cut, re-polish and repair gemstones to bring out their best qualities.
(7 Articles)
Lapidary Clubs and Shows
Clubs and trade shows for gemologists, jewelers and lapidaries.
(20 Articles)
Buying, Cutting and Evaluating Rough Gemstones
What to consider when considering buying rough gemstones and how to decide what cutting technique is best.
(21 Articles)
Resources for the Professional Lapidary
Articles about the business-side of lapidary arts as well as jewelry making and/or selling.
(49 Articles)
Cutting Information for Specific Gemstones
Tips and tricks for cutting, faceting and recutting specific types of gemstones.
(74 Articles)
Gemstone Faceting Diagrams and Technical Cutting Information
Diagrams for use in faceting a wide variety of gemstones.
(693 Articles)
Questions About Lapidary and Jewelry Making
Advanced questions about jewelry making and lapidary techniques.
(50 Articles)
Grading Gemstones and Diamonds
How to grade colored gemstones and diamonds including using the 4Cs –Color, Clarity, Cut, and Carat Weight.
(31 Articles)
Determining Gemstone Value, Price, and Appraisals
How to price or obtain the value, price and appraisal of a gem or piece of gemstone jewelry.
(53 Articles)
Gem Buying Guides
Detailed gem buying guides with example pictures and gem prices. Covers color, clarity, cut, carats, origin, values, wholesale and retail prices, and more.
(47 Articles)
Reference Charts & Materials
Commonly used charts and table for jewelers, lapidaries and gemologists.
(16 Articles)
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