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BOOKS - LAPIDARY
How to Tumble Polish Gemstones
Wexler. Step-by-step instructions for
turning pebbles and rough stones into
sparkling jewels. A guide to the type of
tumbling equipment available and how
to use it. 32 pages.
240-231........... 6 oz............................6.50
The How-To’s of Cabbing and Carving
MontanaAgatesandOtherChalcedonys
Harmon. Learn how to turn rawagates into
beautiful cabochons and carvings. Step by
step in full color. Shows tools used for each
step of the process. 46 pages
240-239..........6 ozs......................... 20.00
Advanced Cabochon Cutting
Cox. Learn how to master special shaped
cabochon cutting, assembled stones, star
stones and cat’s eyes. Special sections on
opal and jade. 64 pages of detailed, illus-
trated text.
240-227........... 6 oz........................... 6.00
Gem Tumbling and Baroque Jewelry
Making
Victor. Gives detailed information on the
various stages of grinding and polishing,
how to avoid common mistakes, types
of tumblers, and a section on baroque
jewelry making. Illustrated. 58 pages.
240-230........... 6 oz............................6.50
How to Tumble Rocks Into Gems—
Secrets of the Pros Revealed
Smith. A guide to tumble-polishing rough
rock into finished gemstones. Covers basic
types of equipment, selecting materials,
fillers, abrasives, etc. along with steps in
processing. Covers stone andmetal polish-
ing in rotaryandvibratory type tumblers. Il-
lustratedwith charts - Easy-to-followstyle.
240-236............ 8 oz.........................22.50
HowYou Can Cut and Polish Gems Into
Valuable Jewels
Smith. Innovativeguidebook includes color
coded charts covering 80 gemstones In five
lapidary categories, as well as equipment,
polishing compound and procedures.
240-238............ 8 oz ........................19.50
DVD - Opal CuttingMade Easy
Down-
ing. Covers step-by-step instructions for
selecting, cutting and polishing opals.
About 30 minutes.
240-229................1 lb.....................29.95
Genie Video Guide
For new owners of
a Genie and old pros as well. This new
DVD contains a wealth of information
about the use and care of The Genie Gem-
Maker. Covers such subjects as machine
setup, break-in and wheel replacement,
pump trouble-shooting, maintenance, and
use of the Genie in the lapidary process.
Professionally produced, informative and
easy to follow. Contains over 80minutes of
useful technical information.
240-248............... 1 lb.. .................. 29.95
Gemstones of the World
Schumann. With nearly a million copies
in print, this revised and expanded edition
is the most complete book ever published
on the subject. All known gemstone types
are discussed, and over 1,900 multi-color
photos showcase each gemstone in both
its natural state and its polished and cut
renditions. A special section on rocks as
precious Stones is included as well as
new-on-the-market stones, synthetics and
imitations. The essential reference for hob-
byists, jewelers and rock hounds. 320 pgs.
240-347................1 lb.....................24.95
Facet Cutters Handbook
Soukup. Here’s what the author says. . .
“ I took it upon myself to write a book that
would help beginners in our club faceting
class." This book contains everything one
needs to know in order to facet a gemstone
expertly. 22 beautiful cuts. 64 pages.
240-200........... 6 oz............................5.00
Cabochon Cutting
Cox. Illustrations, photos, and detailed
instructions will tell and show you how to
cut a cabochon. Everything to start you on
your way to expert cutting.
240-226........... 6 oz........................... 6.00
The Art of Gem Cutting
Dake. Teaches how to buy rough stones,
cut the gems, choose the right equipment,
and how to properly use the equipment.
Gets you started on the right path into the
hobby of gem cutting. 96 pages.
240-246.......... 6 oz.............................6.00
Rock Sculpture - The Joy of Stone
Carving
Stage. Covers materials suitable for
carving; anatomy, proportion, motion in
figures; and equipment. Photos. 46 pages
240-233........... 6 oz........................... 6.95