Echoes of the sea
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Jeweler Michael Francis' creations reflect his love for underwater creatures, including frogs, fish, salamanders, octopi and other amphibious creatures. Among the Hawaiian gem carver's work is a flowering cactus and a Chiapas amber pendant that shows the curls and coils of an incoming tide.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
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Carving a niche
Article Abstract:
Abstract gemstone carving is proving to be a very viable market for Texas gem cutter Larry Woods. Gem cutting requires knowledge of gem structure that denotes a higher quality for the finished product. Abstract carved gems are proving to be more expensive in the jewelry market.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1998
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The price of design
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Precious stones are valued depending on their hue, clearness, and cut. It is largely the quality of gem cutting and design that affects the price of jewelry. Appraisers differ in pricing one-of-a-kind gems as originality and workmanship of the design vary.
Publication Name: Lapidary Journal
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0023-8457
Year: 1992
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