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.

Author: Downing, Paul B.
Methods, Opals, Decoration and finishing

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Long shield 2000 cut

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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.

Author: Attaway, Nancy
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Subjects list: United States, Gem cutting
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