Schiller Trevor (8 results)

Paperback. Condition: New.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Every rough stone is hiding something. The color, the pattern, the brilliance that only the right cut can release. Lapidary is the art of finding it, and this book makes it genuinely possible for a complete beginner to get there. Five disciplines, one progressive guide. Tumbling comes first, teaching grit sequences and abrasive mechanics through the simplest process in the craft. Trim sawing follows, then grinding and shaping. Cabochon cutting and polishing occupy two full chapters, because the rough shaping stage and the final mirror polish are genuinely different skills. Faceting comes last, explained from the faceting diagram to the finished gem. Skills You Will Build: - Rock tumbling - four-stage grit sequences, troubleshooting hazy batches, and vibratory tumbling explained- Gemstone faceting - pavilion and crown cutting sequences, meetpoint inspection, and the transfer process- Cabochon making - dopping technique, grinding wheel progression, pre-polish stages, and achieving a true mirror finish- Stone sawing - reading rough before cutting, trim saw operation, and coolant management- Stone identification - Mohs hardness testing, cleavage assessment, and specific gravity measurementInside This Book: - Workshop setup with honest cost guidance on what to buy first and what to delay- A dedicated safety chapter on silica dust, respiratory protection, and wet-working controls- A full troubleshooting chapter covering all five disciplines in one place- A chapter on displaying, setting in jewelry, wire wrapping, and selling the pieces you create>Ready to find out what is inside your first stone Add it to your cart and start this weekend.…

Paperback. Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Every rough stone is hiding something. The color, the pattern, the brilliance that only the right cut can release. Lapidary is the art of finding it, and this book makes it genuinely possible for a complete beginner to get there. Five disciplines, one progressive guide. Tumbling comes first, teaching grit sequences and abrasive mechanics through the simplest process in the craft. Trim sawing follows, then grinding and shaping. Cabochon cutting and polishing occupy two full chapters, because the rough shaping stage and the final mirror polish are genuinely different skills. Faceting comes last, explained from the faceting diagram to the finished gem. Skills You Will Build: Rock tumbling - four-stage grit sequences, troubleshooting hazy batches, and vibratory tumbling explainedGemstone faceting - pavilion and crown cutting sequences, meetpoint inspection, and the transfer processCabochon making - dopping technique, grinding wheel progression, pre-polish stages, and achieving a true mirror finishStone sawing - reading rough before cutting, trim saw operation, and coolant managementStone identification - Mohs hardness testing, cleavage assessment, and specific gravity measurementInside This Book: Workshop setup with honest cost guidance on what to buy first and what to delayA dedicated safety chapter on silica dust, respiratory protection, and wet-working controlsA full troubleshooting chapter covering all five disciplines in one placeA chapter on displaying, setting in jewelry, wire wrapping, and selling the pieces you createNo prior knowledge required. No equipment needed before you begin. The book tells you exactly what you actually need, and nothing else. Ready to find out what is inside your first stone? Add it to your cart and start this weekend. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Every rough stone is hiding something. The color, the pattern, the brilliance that only the right cut can release. Lapidary is the art of finding it, and this book makes it genuinely possible for a complete beginner to get there. Five disciplines, one progressive guide. Tumbling comes first, teaching grit sequences and abrasive mechanics through the simplest process in the craft. Trim sawing follows, then grinding and shaping. Cabochon cutting and polishing occupy two full chapters, because the rough shaping stage and the final mirror polish are genuinely different skills. Faceting comes last, explained from the faceting diagram to the finished gem. Skills You Will Build: Rock tumbling - four-stage grit sequences, troubleshooting hazy batches, and vibratory tumbling explainedGemstone faceting - pavilion and crown cutting sequences, meetpoint inspection, and the transfer processCabochon making - dopping technique, grinding wheel progression, pre-polish stages, and achieving a true mirror finishStone sawing - reading rough before cutting, trim saw operation, and coolant managementStone identification - Mohs hardness testing, cleavage assessment, and specific gravity measurementInside This Book: Workshop setup with honest cost guidance on what to buy first and what to delayA dedicated safety chapter on silica dust, respiratory protection, and wet-working controlsA full troubleshooting chapter covering all five disciplines in one placeA chapter on displaying, setting in jewelry, wire wrapping, and selling the pieces you createNo prior knowledge required. No equipment needed before you begin. The book tells you exactly what you actually need, and nothing else. Ready to find out what is inside your first stone? Add it to your cart and start this weekend. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…