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ABOUT OUR COVER...
The world-famous Hope Diamond; photo © Tino Hammid. Inset:
French Blue Replica by Stephen and Nancy Attaway.
Years Ago in LJ: Read highlights from the
June 1955 Lapidary Journal. Online Exclusive!
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Lapidary Journal - June
2005
Print Magazine Table of Contents
Features | Step-By-Step
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T . F E A T U R E S |
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Cameras & Computers - JEWELRY PHOTOGRAPHY
Some of the field's top photographers share their insights into the changes that
the digital age have brought to photographing gems and jewelry — and the
unchanging rules of what makes a good photo.
By Cathleen McCarthy
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The French Connection - COVER STORY
Was the world-famous Hope Diamond recut from the legendary French Blue Diamond?
A team of gem cutters and historians apply modern technology to the question.
And if you want to cut a "French Blue Replica," see STEP BY STEP, page
42.
By Nancy Attaway |
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First-Class Production - BUSINESS/JEWELRY
Whether you're mass producing or doing limited edition, there are lessons to be
learned from applying production techniques.
By Nina Graci |
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A Walk in the Park - EDUCATION
Looking for a jewelry class that's in your area and in your price range? Check
with your local Parks & Recreation Department — they might have just
the class you're looking for.
By Hazel L. Wheaton, Managing Editor |
| S T E P . B Y .
S T E P |
| Levels:
 Beginner:
Someone just starting out can complete this project and be
happy with the results.
 Beginner/Intermediate:
Someone who has had experience with the material can happily
complete this project, but will also learn something new by doing it.
 Intermediate:
A comfortable project for someone who has a good working knowledge
of the material.
 Intermediate/
Advanced:
A project for someone who is ready for a more challenging
approach to a material they have worked with repeatedly.
 Advanced:
A good project for someone who is confident with the material
and has had a lot of experience with the techniques. |
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Stepping Out
By Denise Peck, Step by Step Editor. |
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French Blue Replica
Hope Diamond precursor in CZ.
By Stephen and Nancy Attaway.
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44
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Link Bracelet
PMC® chain fired in one piece.
By Hadar Jacobson.
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Bamboo Metal Clay Earrings
Combining PMC® with 18K gold wire and beads.
By Kathleen Bolan.
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54
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Sunset Pendant
Lampwork glass with a 14K bail.
By Carolyn Baum.
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57
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Intaglio Lion
Stone carving from the back.
By John P. Kuehn.
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