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Cutting Gemstones is a carefully curated collection of classic writings on the historical lapidary craft dating from the early 1900s and earlier.Selected for their continuing relevance and insight, the articles focus on the methods, tools and equipment used by gem cutters to transform rough stones into polished gems. Featuring original text, illustrations and expertly chosen material, this volume explores topics such as gemstone cutting techniques, gemstone manufacturing, optical properties of crystals and the scientific foundations behind the craft, offering readers both technical knowledge and historical perspective.Contents includeThe Art of Gem Cutting by Fred S. YoungPopular Gemology by Richard M. PearlThe Art of Gem Cutting by H. C. DakeGem Cutting by J. Daniel WillemsDiamonds and Precious Stones Their History, Value and Distinguishing Characteristics by Harry EmanuelA Handbook of Precious Stones by M. D. RothschildDiamond and Gemstones Industrial Production by Pail GrodzinskiGems and Jewellery Today by Marcus BaerwaldThe Book of Gem Cuts by AnonThe Story of Gems by Herbert P. WhitlockPrecious and Semiprecious Stones by Michael WeinsteinWhether youre a hobbyist, collector, jeweller or simply curious about the evolution of gem cutting, this book provides a comprehensive, engaging introduction to the field from a historical standpoint.
Binding: Paperback;292 pages; Publisher: Read Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 494.67 g; Dimensions: N/A
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Cutting Gemstones is a carefully curated collection of classic writings on the historical lapidary craft dating from the early 1900s and earlier.Selected for their continuing relevance and insight, the articles focus on the methods, tools and equipment used by gem cutters to transform rough stones into polished gems. Featuring original text, illustrations and expertly chosen material, this volume explores topics such as gemstone cutting techniques, gemstone manufacturing, optical properties of crystals and the scientific foundations behind the craft, offering readers both technical knowledge and historical perspective.Contents includeThe Art of Gem Cutting by Fred S. YoungPopular Gemology by Richard M. PearlThe Art of Gem Cutting by H. C. DakeGem Cutting by J. Daniel WillemsDiamonds and Precious Stones Their History, Value and Distinguishing Characteristics by Harry EmanuelA Handbook of Precious Stones by M. D. RothschildDiamond and Gemstones Industrial Production by Pail GrodzinskiGems and Jewellery Today by Marcus BaerwaldThe Book of Gem Cuts by AnonThe Story of Gems by Herbert P. WhitlockPrecious and Semiprecious Stones by Michael WeinsteinWhether youre a hobbyist, collector, jeweller or simply curious about the evolution of gem cutting, this book provides a comprehensive, engaging introduction to the field from a historical standpoint.
Binding: Paperback;292 pages; Publisher: Read Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 494.67 g; Dimensions: N/A
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