Unlock the Sparkle—Cut with Confidence Whether you're a complete beginner or a hobbyist looking to refine your skills, Mastering Gemstone Faceting: Learn to Facet Like a Pro 2025–2026 is your essential guide to transforming raw stones into dazzling masterpieces. This updated and richly illustrated edition walks you through every stage of the faceting process with precision, clarity, and practical advice. 🛠️ Inside You’ll Discover: ✅ Step-by-step faceting instructions for popular cuts (brilliant, step, mixed, and fantasy) - ✅ How to choose and maintain faceting equipment - ✅ Tips for selecting rough stones based on color, clarity, and shape - ✅ Diagrams and cutting angles for a variety of gem designs - ✅ Troubleshooting guide for common mistakes and miscuts - ✅ Polishing techniques for maximum brilliance and symmetry - ✅ Safety practices and workflow setups for home studios Whether you're cutting quartz, garnet, topaz, or sapphire, this book will help you approach each stone with confidence and craftsmanship.