How to Cut & Polish Gemstones: Introductory Lesson

[@CharTheDude]

I'm not an expert, I just casually collect stones, but it's always pleasant to hear someone explain their craft. Thanks.

[@Moregems]

Thanks for watching, please let us know if you have any questions!

[@indulaxmanarts4941]

Whatchap no.plese sir

[@mawi1172]

Liar! You couldn't hear that! 😮😮😮

[@mauitherapper1653]

A lot of other videos don't say what they're using, so thank you for actually showing us everything that's needed

[@wendygordon5773]

I watched it this morning on tv. I love the gems you created. You are definitely worthy of the award you seek.

[@travish1853]

For those watching & learning - refractol is no longer sold/created... some sites like graves may have some stock but if you're looking for an alternative, in another one of Steve's videos he mentions using wintergreen oil Thanks for the video/series Steve! Watching again before I dop up my first few stones :)

[@silvergirl7810]

Thank you for passing on your art to the next generation !

[@ju00]

Looks complicated as hell...glad there are folks like you to do these things

[@itsyurmumm8458]

Who knew shaping rocks was so complex? Pretty cool tho

[@thatguy5391]

Hes probably really good at math too, to get that look from a gem is amazing

[@elcuy7518]

Thank you for this, Steve. Other people are asking to be paid for this kind of information and you've laid it all out in one concise video.

[@Folkmarketgems.minerals]

expertise in gemology is evident, and their explanations of the different types of cuts and polishing techniques are clear and informative. I appreciated the detailed breakdown used in the process, as well as the practical tips for achieving the best results. an excellent starting point for anyone interested in pursuing gem cutting and polishing as a hobby or profession. Well done! 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@georgesconyers9769]

I'm not interested in doing this for myself, but I love learning about the crafts of others. Thank you for sating my curiosity.

[@mymountaindew]

I like to learn gem cutting and just found your channel. Thank you for being a great teacher!

[@wendyferraro8552]

I am attempting to learn wire weaving while I am watching your videos. I am a little bit of a gem geek and beginning collector. I couldn't help but think that your wife must be one happy woman with your chosen career and if she does any jewelry it could be a match made in heaven. Looking forward to the next video! Wendy

[@Moregems]

Hi Wendy! Well you've come to the right place! We have 100's of gems available online at www.MoreGems.com - Feel free to subscribe to our channel, we're adding new gems every week! Thanks for watching! P.S. Steve's wife does enjoy it!

[@vintagecars095]

First of all, Steve would like to express to you my sincere thanks for such clear, simple for the novice fan, or just a person enthusiastic magic stone, very useful and easy to understand video tutorials. With great interest I have studied 7 video parts of the course. A low bow to you for your hard work, patience, and willingness to provide full support to budding amateurs cut. You are a big fellow that does not hide his deep knowledge and experience accumulated over many years of your work and most importantly, you are ready to share this knowledge and pass beginners ... .. It's nice to see it !!! We immediately see that you are very positive and open to other people's people. Once again, thank you very much, Steve !!! On this occasion I wanted you to clarify ... Steve. the machine on which you are running on the video .... as I understand from the video is not Facetron and ULTRA TEC and what kind of manufacturer? Or is it a personal case to order under you? If there are technical specifications or drawing of your cutting and polishing machine would be very grateful to you if you do send ... Here in Russia such equipment for some reason are not commercially available, through the entire Internet and found only you in the United States in California firm ULTRA TEC about you, Steve said in his video. I went to their website to see two options: 1. V5 Classic Faceting Machine - DIGITAL (Right) Order Code: 1607.5CDR $ 4,950. 2. Fantasy Machine Order Code: 2648.7R / 7L $ 3,980. If you have not hard could you comment on Steve which of the two machines by ULTRA TEC better. I am confused ... .. Only the price a little high for me. And the second question: What are the two machines use different on your machine on which you have worked on the video? We in Russia is easier and cheaper with a schematic of the machine image (or having an accurate drawing with all parameters) to order a professional turner working metal the machine for customization, which can be much, I would say many times cheaper than, for example to order in ULTRA TEC $ 5000 plus shipping to Russia, plus customs and all that event could cost in the region of $ 7000-8000 and even more ...... that a lot of money for a beginner cutter (yet novice amateur :-)) How best to proceed Steve and what do you advise? With great respect and hope for long-term cooperation Andrei Chepelev. Russia, Chelyabinsk, Ural Mountains :-) [e-mail] P/S I apologize for my English not judge me harshly, I tried ...

[@Moregems]

+ANDREY SHEPELEFF Шепелефф Авто Групп Нью-Йорк My machine is Alpha Taurus by Imperial Instrument in California. He has quit manufacturing this machine. I may be wrong but I think the Ultra tec you have listed is the current machine and the other the fantasy attachment for that machine. Facetron is less expensive, under $3000 U.S. I have no technical spec for and machines. Imperial gem instruments is in Santa Monica California. 310-450-8725

[@michaelarmijo4112]

Very good , you did a fine job. I hope this finds you happy and enjoying your new craft.

[@abcadabb2049]

This is so fascinating, thank you for sharing your expertise and proficiency. I wish I’d discovered this hobby/trade decades ago, but it’s never too late.

[@michaelarmijo4112]

I feel the same way. First time in my 58 yrs. Unfortunately my health prevents me from even starting. I enjoy what may be the last of my days.

[@umbulende8988]

is there a way to communicate with you? how to order gems for you, or send rough gemstones to you for proces cuting?

[@darylstevenson2615]

Just watched part 1 thru 3 . Thank you. You have a lot of great comments (tips) .will be gettind an old ultra tec v2 machine soon . Cant wait to finsh the other parts .great job .Daryl

[@Moregems]

Thanks Daryl

[@th8298]

I have always wanted to learn this trade. But... wow... must of taken you a long time to learn all that. I think I might be starting out too late. So many things to learn. Maybe too much before I expire.

[@th8298]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@lsdustyrhodes]

I stopped in just to satisfy my curiosity. Superb introduction. I look forward to watching the rest of the series.

[@isabelhughes8748]

Found a baseball sized chunk of Beryl embedded with emeralds. Should I learn to facet?

[@cavemanvi]

I’m very interested in starting faceting on glass. Very great video

[@Moregems]

Same process but why glass?

[@dhr4242]

Sir,,,What a generous person you are..Thank you.

[@Moregems]

D Hrnjic You are welcome, my pleasure.

[@sorsorscience0787]

Very useful video,thank you so much. I founda 3.75 carat sapphire, definitely cuttable but i wojt cut it because im a mineral collector. Ill start off using quartz;)

[@michaelarmijo4112]

Amazing, as I bought a few pieces of Jewelry, I became very interested in heating of the stones. Watching your videos gave me a real understanding . Also gave me a sense of value( not monetary). Sir your videos far out match any others. Thank you. I'm left wanting more. Nothing worse than a feeling of wasted time after watching a video. I look forward to all your videos.

[@kaleighmason2483]

I really respect the thoroughness and attention to detail. Thank You. 🤗

[@Moregems]

You're welcome, please let us know if you have any questions.

[@nckd1244]

i have visited some gem mines and have sent pieces off and wondered if I really am getting back what I sent. can you facet corundum ruby? the types that look like "regular rocks" as to a non expert. same with the garnets that aren't transparent when found. Thanks.

[@TheZliP]

Hey! I used a "Best WD150/200A", and made a very nice gem.. And that gem i made was the first one I've ever made =) That machine is not supposed to be used to make gems but sharpen knives etc ;D So if u got some technical expertise, you really don't need high tech equipment when your starting out, just a tip for beginners ;) It is a learning curve involved as with every skill in life, unless your super smart ;P PS. Thanks for the knowledge and the video Steve..

[@Usacho]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge sir, this series is priceless

[@faebalina7786]

Thank you for the generosity of passing on your expertise.How long does this take to get the hang of ?

[@Jamesbfly]

I am Jonathan and currently located in Brazil, I am taking courses in jewelry making down here. I mostly work with silver/gold and other softer metals but I was wondering if you had any advice for someone who wants to get into gem cutting? What should I buy and is it possible to purchase a machine to do some of the more difficult cutting by computer?

[@Moregems]

Get a machine and follow my cutting videos. Or look for a lapidary club and join. Or find a gem cutting company and ask for a job. I do not know of a computer cutting machine that will do difficult cutting jobs

Adorei seus videos! Parabéns pelo seu trabalho. Obrigada por dividir seu conhecimento. Sou uma apaixonada por pedras e iniciei a pouco minha coleção. Meu maior desejo é poder polir minhas pedras. Espero que esse dia chegue logo, deve ser uma sensação maravilhosa.

[@Moregems]

Thank you for watching! We're glad to hear you love gems too! If you have any questions about faceting or polishing please let us know!

[@vaseamelestean8150]

Hi dear sir, could you please say what should i use for polishing cubic zirconia stones? What discs or laps or what other materials? Thanka in adance

[@Moregems]

Sorry I have never cut cz. I would guess what I used in this series would work

[@kingjamesofficial461]

Ohh I have wanting to learn about cutting and polishing. Thank you so much for posting and sharing your priceless knowledge

[@MrGOTAMA420]

that opals fantastic, I just got a graves faceting machine and i am very thankful for this/these vids .

[@brionmoore1403]

hey how can i get ahold of you i would like to find a cutter kit like you have

[@freedok]

Looking to get into faceting. I have background in hub lap cutting opals, but really wanted to go with faceting. Thanks for the informative vids!

[@Moregems]

+freedok You're welcome, let us know if you have any questions about faceting.

[@Dial8Transmition]

How much investment is required to buy all the equipment to get started?

[@Moregems]

@@Dial8Transmition $5000 to $7000 depending on the machine.

[@ManypossibilitiesGaoLY]

Is it possible to use a dental high speed and slow speed handpiece? It sprays water and I can use all sorts of grits and diamond bur.

[@Moregems]

Should work.

[@shannonbyers3347]

This is so fascinating. Just came a crossed it. Thanks for sharing.

[@Moregems]

Thanks, be sure to subscribe to see many more of my gem cutting videos, as well as our live streams on the first Wednesday of each month!

[@Saywhatohno]

Thank you, it is a great video!!! can you also cut, polish, facet, diamonds on this machine? Do you have a training course?

[@Moregems]

We do not cut diamonds on our equipment. We are releasing a new set of videos today that we've been working on the last couple weeks. You can see the new set of videos starting here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooS7da2BmZ6anbs

[@Saywhatohno]

@@Moregemsis that by choice or is it because the machine is not equipped to cut diamonds? or maybe you use a different machine?

[@vaseamelestean8150]

HI, may i know your opinion on where is the best online place to buy raw gemstones like amethyst/topaz/garnet

[@Moregems]

Here is a good parcel of fine amethyst. www.moregems.com/products/amtheyst-rough-crystals-2-4-carat-average

[@jbacher]

Nicely done, Steve. Looking forward to the rest!

[@Moregems]

+jbacher Thanks! The second video detailing preforming and dopping should be uploaded shortly.

[@dennisnogueira6037]

Hi! I would like to know if it would be possible to do crushed ice cushion cut / or Modified crushed. Be there as some people call it. I have some diagrams here but so far I've only seen this cut in diamonds. would anyone be able to do it in a gem of lesser hardness?

[@greedygringoprospecting6941]

I started to find black agate no banding I found out (onyx) is a nickname so what do I do to learn how to cut facet and polish how do I sell it carat or gram and what does it cost per carat or gram I can send you a piece if you want very new to this

[@billjackson8641]

Sir, do you have a recommendation for a machine to buy?

[@Moregems]

Best available is the ultra tec.

[@hanak2159]

Have and question. Can gemstone polishing be a good source of income? I means is it profitable source of business?

[@sodasoda3624]

This is so interesting. I wonder how people did it back then? Like, before technology became more advanced and stuff. Does anyone know where I can find informations about it?

[@Moregems]

Yes, Justin K Prim has a lot of historical information on faceting. You can find his channel here: kzbin.info Here is a video of his on faceting history: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqSxiIyQrb-qirM

[@flaviacompassi1834]

Hi, I love your videos. I have a question, what do you mix cerium oxide? water or other fluid? what proportions? thanks

[@Moregems]

Flávia Compassi When I use it on spectra laps for faceted opal I dip a wet finger in the powder and place it on the lap with a very slow drip of water and slow rpm so not to spin it off too quick. Otherwise I mix with water in a relatively thick slurry for cabochons

[@flaviacompassi1834]

@@Moregems Thanks for answering :)

[@Sylonamon]

Very detailed tutorial videos for cutting gems, thanks a lot!

[@Moregems]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching! Let us know if you have any questions.

[@altermoseschinemerem5924]

Hello sir I am interested in the diamond polishing machine sir

[@nightshadekelly]

One amazing job and art.

[@sharbee23000]

Wonderful information

[@Moregems]

+Ms Sophia Thanks for watching. More to come soon!

[@FernandoAnton-d1c]

Great job exhalant 👍

[@ripripjipjip]

Thank you very much for this useful video.

[@Moregems]

You're welcome, let us know if you have any questions.

[@aaronwitner2001]

How much is it to get a gemstone cut by you

[@RTWLR]

What I could never figure out until now was how sculptures were made out of gems, starting with geo-hearts. For the longest time, I assumed it was something like a big chamber equipped with plasma saws the same way a 3D printer is equipped with micro plastic appliers. I visited a gem gallery in Flagstaff and learned that it's a thing, but not a popular thing due to it being dangerously expensive

[@minhnguyen5861]

I see your products wasn't in My hand yet oh My God it's beautiful

[@squigglyline2813]

Awesome! I wish I could do that.

[@georgetaylor5970]

Are you available for commercial consultation?

[@Moregems]

What kind of consultation

[@georgetaylor5970]

@@Moregems l can give more details [e-mail]

[@TheToneBender]

"You're going to need all these tools" I picked up a rock and some sandpaper.

[@mchalo188]

And?

[@formerunitedstatespresiden1544]

It’s a joke

[@lindonnchristventeroso3714]

i only have 2 types of sandpaper and a tweezer

[@sethwinters3556]

@@mchalo188 obviously he sanded so hard that his fingers are gone now and he can't reply 😂

[@ia7288]

how much would u charge to cut a rough uncut ruby??? you are awesome

[@Moregems]

Thanks, Ivan! Unfortunately we do not do any outside cutting work. All our cutting is done for our retail brick an mortar and online stores. Sorry we can't help you out.

[@hughjoseph4114]

Thank you

[@jebronekitty]

I thought about cutting my own gems for dice. Coming to this video I now realize that is a bad idea with how much stuff you need and how expensive it would be.

[@zedtheexplorer5206]

Hey just an FYI, this is stuff required for faceting gems to use in jewelry. Since dice are very simple geometric shapes you could get away with using a bench grinder, a fine sandpaper for polishing, and a rotary tool for number marking. This stuff is way beyond the complexity needed for dice making

[@itsyurmumm8458]

Gem dice? Seems neat. What were you planning on making them out of? might want to give it a try.

[@mokouic6181]

Hi can pls let me know wher i can get the book s thanks Regarding Mo

[@Amy-si8gq]

Im 14. Ive never cut a gem. I dont plan to learn. Why am i even watching this, you ask? Shiny rock make me go ooh ahh shimy

[@charadremur333]

I am going to grow them not cut them.

[@k.hendrickson8735]

At 14 you could start learning - eventually become a master gem cutter. Something they can’t replace with computers.

[@halfbakedblake]

Shiny rocks make me want to learn how to do this, so I can focus all my time on shiny rocks.

[@atheinasophiajade1044]

Husband's knowing me just handed me 86 crt between 3 sapphire stones said have qt it.😅

[@atheinasophiajade1044]

I say better to start at 14 with something shiny than at 40 like me kid.

[@arcticsnow5379]

thanks

[@Moregems]

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

[@alial-ajmi3543]

Amazing videos! I like the way you explained, If you could explain faceting introduction with Facetron or Ultra tech faceting machines, it will be excellent source for beginners:) best of luck!

[@Moregems]

Unfortunately I do not have access to a Facetron or Ultratech machine. They are very similar to the machine I am using though.

[@bonkerwonker5086]

Very informative video thanks for posting!

[@Moregems]

Bonker Wonker Your welcome thanks for watching.

[@Charlie-wq1gi]

You wouldnlt have a 'ball park' price for someone looking to get started would you? I know the stones are expensive but what about all the equipment need to get started?

[@Moregems]

Hi, did you look at the video description? I believe I did give a ballpark price with all the equipment listed in it as well.

[@Moregems]

Yes, if you expand the description of this video you'll see the list of equipment and my estamate of about $1000.00 (2016) of equipment without the faceting machine.

[@Moregems]

Charlie Blum New starting at $3500. Facetron and all accessories

[@Charlie-wq1gi]

Thank you all for your knowledge and help. ;)

[@jekaterinasaroka7130]

Many thanks! Very useful video!

[@hichemdelmorao1426]

Pleas How polish stones cabochon without oxide de ceruim !? ...thanks so much for this amazing Channel and toto

[@Moregems]

Depends on the type of stone. Diamond is one choice.

[@hichemdelmorao1426]

@@Moregems like jad and feld par moon stones !??

Thank you so much for this video!!!

[@Moregems]

+Anette Åsgård You're welcome, thanks for watching! We're working on a series to show exactly how to cut a gemstone. The next video will show preforming and dopping a gemstone. After this we will explain and demonstrate faceting a standard round brilliant... This is currently being produced and should be up within the next few weeks.

[@cm8008]

Thank you. Sounds like a good idea. 👍🏼

[@indigoquartz2060]

Are you selling gemstones? Faceted or rough? Or in bulk? I would love to get into this business

[@leagooleagoo4381]

Indigo Quartz HELLOO I YOU WANT BUY ROUGH COME TO MALAYSIA I GIVE YOU BEST OFFER OF MY ROUGHDIAMONDS AND OTHER GEMSTONE YOU WANT WWW.WASAP.MY/[phone]/FORBUYGEMSTONEANYTHINGYOUWANTBUYBESTPRICE

[@josuebragarodrigues7505]

Hello,my friend,how can to aquire the book diagrams facets? are you can for mi? thanks!

[@Moregems]

+Josue Braga Rodrigues You can find these books at the two links posted below, otherwise just search for "Diagrams for faceting by Glen and Martha Vargas" --- and " Introduction to meetpoint faceting by Long and Steele" . Hope this helps. Diagrams for faceting: www.kingsleynorth.com/skshop/products.php?keys=facet%20diagram&catID= Introduction to meetpoint faceting: www.amazon.com/INTRODUCTION-MEETPOINT-FACETING-Robert-Norman/dp/B00FWAUE4K

[@fartolove]

informative video! Thanks

[@bemeish]

good starter video!

[@guilhermeribeirojunior6592]

Show...muito boa explicação...

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

Whew. Long winded but worth it. You know the attention to detail is there when someone even goes to the effort of putting belt conditioner on the list of things to have to maintain your tools. I don't think I've put belt conditioner on anything! Thats probably why my belts have rotted away over the years. Although I doubt even belt conditioner will stop a belt from rotting but who knows maybe it will! Thankfully it's one of the cheapest items on this list... but for the heck of it I think I'll add it to my list. I have damned near every other chemical, lube, and glue in my arsenal might as well.

[@Moregems]

Reforged Criterion It quiets a noisy belt.

[@jorgesoto255]

Thank you friend. A greeting

[@scratchd0g]

Do you know Holmes?

[@dalianartanian6215]

How much do you charge to cut a stone?

[@Moregems]

Hi Dalian, we do not do any outside cutting work.

[@clarkewi]

Awesome.

[@dot7428]

#StopTheGemAbuse Spread the word

[@marvinlorberfeld4726]

you do not mention the how the blue spectre polishing pads are mounted

[@Moregems]

They placed mounted on a master lap that is applied with water. Just wet the lap and lay it on there, the surface tension should hold it, then tighten the nut. They do make them with a sticky material on them, but we recommend the non sticky ones for easy removal.

[@marvinlorberfeld4726]

thank you for your prompt reply. i am diligently following your wonderful series.

[@crazybellagirl1779]

Tha is wonderful ❤

[@farisfaris7177]

Sir i have found more stones in Sri lanka but i do not know How to cut and sale please give ideas Thanks

[@Moregems]

Sorry, unfortunately we won't be able to help you with that.

[@farisfaris7177]

+MoreGems.com Ok sir Thanks

[@leagooleagoo4381]

Faris Faris HAII WHSAPP ME IF YOU WANT SELL YOUR GEMSTONE.. WWW.WASAP.MY/[phone]/SELLSRILANGKAGEMSTONEFROMFARISFARIS

[@vafajabbarpour9920]

ty for share

[@ivanamurphy6917]

I want my favorite stone made into a ring.

[@briancook8938]

My a question that does not pertain cutting stones who do I sell raw garnets or any stone to

[@Moregems]

Depends on the quality of the garnet. Specimen or facet rough? Send a pick.

[@briancook8938]

@@Moregemswhat is your email oh and they are ant hill garnets I have red and green garnet some might be diamonds one piece of Amber

[@briancook8938]

@@Moregems I tried to send you pics but I don't think it went I don't do well with computers I'm more of a dirt under my nails kind of a guy

[@briancook8938]

@barefoot arizona I can definitely do that when I get more where about are in Arizona I'm in Navajo well not at the moment I'm not but will be there in a few days let me know

[@Jose-ce7ko]

ty

[@iomoon3608]

If I ever do this as a hobby, I need to give up manicures. 😅

[@82ndRelic]

Do you have a Patreon account for people to subscribe and support you?

[@zephramartin6632]

That is the biggest goddamned vault i have ever seen in my life outside a bank

[@EndOfEntertainment]

Cool stuff :)

[@निधीपाटील]

Pic sent karni ho to kayse kare

[@nobackhands]

Wanting to put a flat surface on a jasper stone I super glued it to a bullet casing. Now that I have cut it how do I get it off?

[@Moregems]

Hey nobackhands, the best way to remove a natural untreated jasper, would be to soak it in acetone. This will dissolve the superglue. (That is if the stone is natural and undyed, otherwise it may be an issue and you probably will have to heat it to remove... there is definitely risk involved if you have to heat the stone though. ) Hope this helps, good luck!

[@puangtaris649]

Wow

[@Ayoub-rc4hh]

👍

[@goodwell9211]

I want this

[@goodwell9211]

This stone is butifull stone i want this red stone

[@sanpanchoculture1351]

You are a great person with a large heart, GOD BLESS YOU STEVE, I wish you will send me a mailing address for I could send you a lot of my GEMS for free I swear I would and GOD knows I will to, Just for you can make a video of them, & just for I can see for ones in my life I can finally see what will my GEMS looks like ahhhh. mah-mah miah... I can already imagine them O. M. G. SPECIALLY UNDER THE UV LIGHT WOW. THAT WILL BEE SOMETHING ELSE. TAKE CARE STEVE, & ONES AGAIN NICE VIDEO MAN ALOT OF GREAT INFO...

[@mai-brittsrensen6278]

det kunne jeg godt tænke mig at lære

[@निधीपाटील]

Mere pass bhi hai aisa pathar