A hobby backed by centuries of tradition, amateur gem cutting remains popular today. Once a completely unskilled beginner himself, Captain John Sinkankas never

This early work on gem cutting is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It details the processes involved in different kinds of gem cutting and

Teaches how to buy rough stones, cut the gems, choose the right equipment, and how to properly use the equipment. Popular guide that gets the reader started on

Amateur faceter Tom Herbst lays out the steps necessary to transform a shapeless lump of rock into a glittering jewel that is unique and valuable. Along the way