Tourmaline
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Hand-Faceted Olive Tourmaline – A Small Gem with Remarkable Character

Not every beautiful gemstone begins as an extraordinary crystal. Sometimes, the most rewarding projects start as modest pieces of rough…

Amethyst emerald cut
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From Gifted Rough to Finished Gem: Hand-Faceting a Brazilian Amethyst

Every gemstone has its own story, and this one is particularly special to me. The amethyst featured in this project…