I accidentally shaped this crystal upside down 🔄️ (but it worked out!) скачать в хорошем качестве

I accidentally shaped this crystal upside down 🔄️ (but it worked out!)

Have you ever wondered how to facet a gemstone? Today's gem that's ready for precision cutting and polishing is sunstone. Known for its copper schiller that makes it shine, I was excited to see this one finished! But as I encountered some technical challenges along the way, not everything worked out exactly as I had intended. Today we'll perform the lapidary art of cutting and polishing this sunstone into a rather unconventional gemstone. (Calm and relaxing sounds, crafting timelapse, machine asmr, and crystal asmr) ▶ Gemstone hand-painted pillow case by the talented AmberSunArt https://www.etsy.com/shop/AmberSunArt ▶ 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 #crystals #gemcutting #faceting #asmr #sleep #restoration #notalking #nomusic