was the key to their success. Why?.
Feldspar
Despite being the most common rock-forming minerals at the earth's surface, the stones in the feldspar species give
Stone settings and design techniques
There are many things to consider when designing jewllery, how big the piece will be, what the focal point will be etc.
Cultured Pearls
Sadly, our love of pearls and desire to follow fashion has greatly reduced the number of natural pearls available in
Shell
You can saw it, file it, carve it, drill it and engrave it: shell is one of the easiest of materials to work with.
Sunstone
Sunstone is less well known than labradorite and moonstone, although it is colourful and fascinating to design.
Physical Properties of Gemstone Material
An understanding of the optical and physical properties of the material is a prerequisite to knowing the best ways of
Precious Jelly Opal
This is a semiblack or jelly opal.
