Crafting Story With Gems
Lapidary Art: The specialized skill of cutting, polishing, and engraving stones to enhance their natural beauty.
The Process: Most stones are cut using abrasive powders on spinning wheels, moving from rough shaping (grinding) to the final, high-gloss polish.
Weight Loss: During the faceting process, a gem can lose between 60% and 65% of its original weight to achieve the desired clarity and sparkle.
Hardness: Crafting techniques vary based on the stone's mineral hardness; for instance, diamonds require other diamonds for cutting, while softer stones like malachite are easier to carve into intricate beads.
Modern Customization: Today, small-batch artisans and businesses like combine traditional metalsmithing with ethically sourced gems for unique, handcrafted designs.
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