Gem artist combines Quartz with Opal (Discover the art of gem cutting)

Have you ever wondered how to facet a gemstone? Today's gem that's ready for precision cutting and polishing is actually two. This is my second attempt at this special, artistic gemstone: a faceted opal doublet. This is done by faceting a quartz and opal together, and, if we cut it right, the result can be fascinating! Today we'll perform the lapidary art of cutting and polishing this opal doublet into a brilliant gemstone.
(Calm and relaxing sounds, crafting timelapse, machine asmr, and crystal asmr)

▶ Credit
* Faceting Design: Trying something new today and designing one ourselves!
* Special Thanks:
- Thank you to Main St. Rocks for gifting the channel some beautiful opals to play with, including the one featured in this video. They are not sponsored, they’re just some really cool people! Find opals and more at their in-store locations, here: mainstreetrocks.com | @MainStreetRocks
- Thank you to Hashnu for the inspiration to attempt my own faceted opal doublets. Please see the Hashnu Stones team and Mark Oros’ work, here: Hashnustones.com | @hashnustonesgems1471

▶ FAQ
* What is gemcutting/faceting?
Shaping & polishing gemstones is a craft called faceting— aka gemcutting. I'm here to bring attention to this seldom seen artform by taking you through its rewarding (and satisfying) process!
* What does "precision cut" mean?
My specific branch of gemcutting is a technique called "precision" cutting, which strives for symmetry, proportion, brilliance, and precise facet meets. Overall, it's the color, shine, and the gem's best potential that takes priority over its final size– though I also strive to select the best shape for the gemstone in order to preserve as much material as possible (aka its "yield")
* Have a question not already answered? Please leave a comment!

▶ Equipment
* Ultratec V2 faceting machine, circa 1970
* GemLap Triple "V" Block transfer jig, circa 1940
* 6" aluminum master lap: Kingsley North
* 6" grinding laps in 240, 600, and 12,000 diamond grit: Various brands
* Polishing film discs:
—8,000 diamond, 14,000 diamond, and 50,000 diamond by Kingsley North
—Cerium oxide and aluminum oxide by Ultra Tec
* Polishing base lap: 8" Gearloose Creamway
* Dop sticks / 0° angle adaptor: Custom
* Dopping adhesive: 2-part epoxy JB-Weld ClearWeld Adhesive

Equipment and any mentioned, affiliated, or visible brands are not in sponsorship with Crystal Quarry

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