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Book Synopsis Advanced Cabochon Cutting by : Jack R. Cox
Download or read book Advanced Cabochon Cutting written by Jack R. Cox and published by Gembooks. This book was released on 1986 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to master special shaped cabochon cutting, assembled stones, star stones, and cat's eyes. Special sections on opal and jade.
Download or read book Cabochon Cutting written by Jack R. Cox and published by . This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Opal & Gemstone Jewelry by : Paul B. Downing
Download or read book Opal & Gemstone Jewelry written by Paul B. Downing and published by Majestic Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals by : DK
Download or read book Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-01-19 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiling nearly 200 types of rocks and minerals from volcanic rocks and granite to sparkling diamonds and explosive sulfur, DK's Pocket Genius: Rocks and Minerals digs deep beneath the surface, informing young readers what each rock is made of, how they are formed and what they are used for, how to be a rock collector, and how to identify rocks and minerals. Also highlighting landmarks such as Devils Tower, Giant's Causeway, and Shiprock Pinnacle, this Pocket Genius title shows how rocks and minerals play a part in the formation of each. Catalog entries include facts provided at-a-glance information, while locator icons offer immediately recognizable references to aid navigation and understanding, and fact files round off the book with fun facts such as record breakers and timelines. Each mini-encyclopedia is filled with facts on subjects ranging from animals to history, cars to dogs, and Earth to space and combines a child-friendly layout with engaging photography and bite-size chunks of text that will encourage and inform even the most reluctant readers.
Book Synopsis Cabochon Cutting - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Methods and Equipment Used for Working Gemstones by : Various Authors
Download or read book Cabochon Cutting - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Methods and Equipment Used for Working Gemstones written by Various Authors and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2014-07-07 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subjects of gemology and crystallography. The titles in this range include "Gemstone Manufacturing" "The Optical Properties of Gemstones and Crystals" "The Thirty-Two Classes of Crystal Symmetry" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "Cabochon Cutting" contains information on the methods and equipment of the gem cutter. Intended to illustrate the main aspects of cabochon cutting it is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and to understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Book Synopsis National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals by : Charles Wesley Chesterman
Download or read book National Audubon Society Field Guide to Rocks and Minerals written by Charles Wesley Chesterman and published by Knopf. This book was released on 1978 with total page 876 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Donation.
Book Synopsis The Art of Gem Cutting - Including Cabochons, Faceting, Spheres, Tumbling and Special Techniques by : H. Dake
Download or read book The Art of Gem Cutting - Including Cabochons, Faceting, Spheres, Tumbling and Special Techniques written by H. Dake and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This early work on gem cutting is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the processes involved in different kinds of gem cutting and includes chapters on Cabochon Cutting, Facet Cutting and Special Lapidary Technic. This is a fascinating work and highly recommended for anyone interested in the art of the jeweller. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Book Synopsis Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 1 by : Tom Herbst
Download or read book Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 1 written by Tom Herbst and published by Facetable Books. This book was released on 2014-11-23 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Amateur faceter Tom Herbst lays out the steps necessary to transform a shapeless lump of rock into a glittering jewel that is unique and valuable. Along the way, he explains not only the "how" but also the "why," and provides helpful tips in dealing with many of the pitfalls that confront the beginning gem cutter.
Book Synopsis The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry by : John Sartin
Download or read book The Complete Photo Guide to Making Metal Jewelry written by John Sartin and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2013-04 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Comprehensive reference for all techniques used for making gold, silver, bronze, and copper jewelry"-- Provided by publisher.
Download or read book Gems and Jewelry written by Joel E. Arem and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new edition of the classic consumer guide to precious stones and their settings is packed full of color photographs and comprehensive information about gems in a portable format. Written simply and clearly, it answers consumers' questions and informs them of what they will encounter in the marketplace. 186 illustrations.
Book Synopsis The Art of the Lapidary by : Herbert Percy Whitlock
Download or read book The Art of the Lapidary written by Herbert Percy Whitlock and published by . This book was released on 1926 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis A Book of Precious Stones by : Julius Wodiska
Download or read book A Book of Precious Stones written by Julius Wodiska and published by . This book was released on 1918 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting by : Justin Prim
Download or read book The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting written by Justin Prim and published by . This book was released on 2021-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting is a collection of classic gemstone designs spanning 500 years. The designs are presented with full color photos, historical information, cutting advice, and design information. These are industry standard designs for the gem and jewelry trade for all the major gemstone cutting centers around the world. This collection marks the first time the designs have been compiled for public consumption. This volume will prove useful to both gemcutters who want to cut these essential designs and to jewelers who would like a visual aid to present different gemstone styles to their customers. Aside from the designs, the introductory chapters of the book contain invaluable information about gemstone design, optics, gem physics, modifying designs, pairing rough gems with an appropriate design, and more.
Download or read book Cabochon Cutting written by Jack R. Cox and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Illustrations, photos, and detailed instructions show how to cut a cabochon. Everything to start a craftsperson on the way to expert cutting. Answers all the questions from dopping to setting stones.
Download or read book Gem Cutting written by John Sinkankas and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For over half a century, Gem Cutting has served as the go-to guide for beginners and experts alike. Offering a wealth of information for everyone, it starts with the fundamentals and leads logically to techniques and projects that will challenge even the most advanced cutter. Every step is described in detail and illustrated with drawings and photographs. Sinkankas covers common pitfalls and, wherever possible, offers hints on how to take money-saving shortcuts. Incorporating tips on operating equipment for greatest efficiency, he explains how to make or choose equipment for sawing, grinding, sanding, and other basic operations. Special chapters describe how to cut and polish cabochons, faceted gems, spheres and beads; how to tumble gems; and how to make carvings, engravings, inlays, and mosaics.
Book Synopsis Gem Trails of Southern California by : James R. Mitchell
Download or read book Gem Trails of Southern California written by James R. Mitchell and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed maps and descriptive text lead the rock-hound to over 70 of the best sites from San Luis Obispo to the Mexican border.
Book Synopsis Gemstone Settings by : Anastasia Young
Download or read book Gemstone Settings written by Anastasia Young and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-03-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gemstone Settings is the most in-depth, technical guide to stone setting. Jewelry makers will enjoy an encyclopedic overview, which features an extensive summary of stone-setting and techniques for creating beautiful gemstone jewelry, from basic bezels and prongs to pave, carre, clusters, and numerous others--including cold joins, precious metal clay, settings for fragile stones, and settings that allow the stones to move. You'll also discover detailed information about stones and metals--including their suitability, gorgeous photos and illustrations for visual support, what makes a design wearable and durable, and detailed information on pre-made versus handmade settings. Step by step, learn how to set your most beloved precious, semiprecious, and organic stones with projects that range from elegant diamond masterpieces to earthy pearl or coral everyday favorites.
