Candala chrysoprase
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Candala chrysoprase from the Marlborough mine in Queensland, Austrialia is a good replacement for the popular jade stone. Although not as tough as jade, c hrysoprase is a chalcedony and has several good properties: it is durable, hard, translucent and takes a good polish. Other features of Candala chrysoprase and the history of the Marlborough mine are given.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 1936-5942
Year: 2008
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Jasper with faceted crown: a combination cut in Royal Sahara jasper
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Basic cabbing and intermediate faceting are the key skills required in making a jasper with faceted crown. A Royal Sahara Jasper slab, faceting machine, and diamond grit discs are among the materials and tools needed. A demonstration of making a combination cut in Royal Sahara jasper, along with tips in working with the material, is given.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 1936-5942
Year: 2008
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Freeform chrysoprase
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Cutting chrysoprase into oval stones produces as much as 30% waste, and a freeform stone can save much of that wastage and offers the chance to use unique shapes to create an integrated design. Step-by-step instructions in making freeform chrysoprase are presented. Pictures of and materials for the process are supplied as well.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 1936-5942
Year: 2008
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