Faceting Survey Results – Polishing – Comments
Below are a number of comments, instructions, and hints that I thought would be of interest. Enjoy:) Tin Lead lap with Linde A will polish more…
Gem Price Guide
A guide for the price of various gemstones that is based on various sources for commonly traded goods. However, gems are sold outside this range…
Old Mine Tales
Old Mine Tales that were submitted as letters to Faceter’s Digest. They are a personal history of the author’s experiences with the mines in North…
Scratches From the Master Lap
This was written for the Lynchburg Gem and Mineral Society. It contains a wealth of information about faceting and especially the Graves faceting…
Faceting Machine Survey
Recently, a survey was taken to see what kind of Facet Machines are being used by members of the Faceter’s Digest . 246 people had responded to the…
A Novices View of Learning How to Facet
Gemstones fascinate. Everyone loves them, but few can craft them. Knowing tips and the equipment can help novices learn how to facet easier.
Interviews
The transcription of the interview of International Gem Society IGS with C.D. Parsons of Santa Paula, Calif. and Gerald Wykoff GG, CSM.
Jewelry Design
Jewelry, is composed of precious metals and rare gems. Even in jewelry made for every day use, the components can quickly run into some serious money.…
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