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The Art of Gem Cutting, Complete
The Art of Gem Cutting - Including Cabochons, Faceting, Spheres, Tumbling and Special Techniques
Author: H. Dake
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Published: 2013-04-16
Total Pages: 98
ISBN-13: 1447484800
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
Gem Cutting
Author: John Sinkankas
Publisher:
Published: 2012-05
Total Pages: 318
ISBN-13: 9781258353247
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Art of Gem Cutting - Including Cabochons, Faceting, Spheres, Tumbling and Special Techniques
Author: H C Dake
Publisher: Carveth Press
Published: 2011-06-14
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781528770699
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This antiquarian book contains a detailed and practical guide to gem cutting as a hobby, with information on cabochons, faceting, spheres, tumbling, special techniques, and more. An exhaustive manual with complete instructions for tool use and all the elementary information a prospective lapidary might need to know, this book constitutes a must-read for anyone looking to begin a hobby in gem cutting. The chapters of this book include: "Gem Cutting as a Hobby", "Type of Equipment", "Four Operations", "Sawing", "Mud Sawing", "Diamond Blade Saws", "Sawing Coolants Water Versus Kerosene", "Diamond Saw Trouble", "Power Feed Saws", "Sawing Large Specimens", etcetera. This vintage text is being republished now in an affordable, modern, high quality edition - complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on gemmology.
The Art of Gem Cutting
The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting
Author: Justin Prim
Publisher:
Published: 2021-07
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9781737057802
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
The Art of Gem Cutting, Complete
Author: Henry Carl Dake
Publisher:
Published: 1949
Total Pages: 136
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Provides the amateur gem stone cutter the complete technical data on the methods employed both in commercial and home lapidary establishments.
Gem Cutting
Author: John Sinkankas
Publisher:
Published: 1962
Total Pages: 330
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
The Art of Gem Cutting
