Gemstone Faceting (4 part class)

Gemstone Faceting

Instructor: Mike Froebe

Date: 4 Part Class - March 29th & March 30th -11am-4pm

April 5th & April 6th -11am-3pm(18 hours total)

Ages 18 & up

$375 All supplies provided

Beginning

Introduction to selecting and faceting gemstones. Students will be provided with a rough stone to cut, and will be lead through the steps needed to create their own faceted gem to keep.

The class will cover the workings of faceting machines, a bit of optics (no math required), and the fine art of polishing gem stones. Students will learn: what to look for in gem rough. How to use a faceting machine, how light reacts inside of a gem to give it it's sparkle. How to find the resources and expertise to further develop their skills!

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Our classroom is located upstairs and are limited to 4 students for this class.

You are purchasing a seat at an event just like a sporting event or concert. These tickets are not transferable to a different class credit or store credit if you are not able to make it. Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a refund.

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