Illustrations, photos, anddetailed instructions showhow to cut a cabochon.Everything to start a craftsperson on the way to expert cutting. Answers all the questions from dopping to setting stones. 64 pages.
$4.50
Advanced Cabochon Cutting by Jack R. 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.
$4.50
Opal Cutting Made Easy by Paul B. Downing Ph.D. 1997 Revised
Proven step-by-step approach to cutting opal. Takes the beginner through the first stone to advanced cutting techniques, including doublet and triplet making. 76 pages.
$8.95
The Art of Gem Cutting by Dr. H.C. Dake 1987 7th Edition
Tells how to buy rough stones, cut the gems, choose equipment, and use equipment. It gets the reader started on the right path and builds and interest in many phases of the hobby of gem cutting. 96 pages
$5.50
Handbook of Gemstone Carving by Wertz
Complete guide with step-by-step instructions for carving flat work, carvings in the round and portraits in stone. Includes information on equipment and tools needed to carve gemstones. 48 pages.
$4.50
Rock Sculpture by Violet Stage 1988 3rd Printing
$5.95
How to use Diamond Abrasives to cut Gemstones by Arthur L. Riggle 1996 Revised
How to cut cabochons and small flats using diamond abrasives. Subjects include trim sawing, slab sawing, grinding, dopping, smoothing, polishing, and equipment. Illustrated in color. 30 pages.
$5.00
Introduction to Lapidary by P. Kraus
Describes the processes, tools, and equipment of each branch of lapidary. Helps the reader choose a technique, get started the right way, and determine which tools will work best. 196 pages.