lapidary

What an amazing day up in the mountains crystal hunting! I find the biggest jasper that I have ever seen and finish out the day with some lapidary cabochon rock cutting! Hmm, these huge jasper boulders could be used for decorative landscaping or even headstones. I'm always on the hunt for...

Hi All! New to this forum. Thanks in advance for your help. I found the below in NC today. Is this a rough Emerald? The color seems to be excellent but I am new to this. Also can anyone make any recommendations on how to find a good lapidary if it is? Thanks again!

How to cut GOLD ORE Cabochons. We found these specimens deep in a mine⛏ and turn them into jewelry.