Improving your opal cutting: four tips to solve common problems in opal cutting
Article Abstract:
Some of the common problems in opal cutting and their solutions are discussed. One of the major problems faced is creating a shoulder-slight taper on the sides so that the top of the edge is narrower than the bottom.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2004
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Long shield 2000 cut
Article Abstract:
Long shield 2000 evolved accidently and was rendered without the aid of GemCad. Measurments of pavilion and crown are given. The list of materials required for the long shield 2000 cut is given.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 2001
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