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We are a lapidary and normally we can cut tiny stones. the smallest stone we cut is 1mm It all depends on the materiel Sapphires and hard Stones can be cut to 1mm stones, but Stones like apatite and kunzite can not be cut so small.
If you are going to set the stone in a ring or pendent as a center Stone It has to be a descent size at least 10mm x 8mm ( approx 3 ct )
Ahmed
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What is a mineral that is rare and can be cut and be polished called?
This would be called a gemstone.
Why is it important to fire polish the ends of glass tubing?
you need to fire polish it so that you can avoid being cut..
Why are gemstone diamonds cut and polished?
In an unpolished or a rough gemstone the reflection of light is poor. To take out the brilliance of a gemstone it has to be cut and polished. For a diamond RBC (round brilliant cut) takes out its true worth.
How hard is it to process raw gemstone material?
It depends on how much money you are willing to invest. If you simply want to tumble polish the stones and then drill a hole, the cost is comparitively minimal. If you want to cut gemstones and polish them then you are speaking of some serious money. The process of tumbling semiprecious gemstone is fairly simple, but the results can be less than desirable. Unless you are considering learning jewel craft, it is better to buy your working material pre cut.
A mineral that is rare and can be cut and polished is called?
its a gemstone
What is the name for a gemstone cut into a point?
A shard
A gemstone that has been cut and polished is what?
jewelry
A gemstone that has been cut and polished is called an?
gem
What is the side of a cut jewel called?
The side of a cut jewel is called a facet. Facets are flat, polished surfaces that are cut into a gemstone to enhance its brilliance and sparkle. The number and arrangement of facets can vary depending on the cut of the gemstone.
How much is a small piece of gemstone worth?
That depends on what gemstone (diamond, ruby, etc.) it is, the size of it, the quality, and the cut.
How do you cut and polish cars?
polish it with a cutting compound and then wax after and cut it with a buff
What is the section of a cut gemstone that lies above the girdle?
The crown
