Gem Cutter
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Cuts, shapes, and polishes precious and synthetic gems:
Positions rough stone in holder and holds stone against edge of
revolving saw or lapidary slitter impregnated with diamond dust
to cut and slit stone. Removes cut stnoe and places it in
lapidary stick.
Selects shaping wehel and applies abrasive
compound. Holds lapidary stick against revolving shaping wheel
and lapidary disk to further shape stone and grind facets.
Examines stone for accuracy of cut, using magnifying glass.
Polishes stone, using felt or canvas-covered polishing wheel,
and polishing compounds, such as triploi or rouge.
May use
mechaniacl facet-cutting device. May cut and polish diamonds for
industrial pruposes and be designated Industrial-Diamond
Polisher (jewelry-silver.).
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Gem Cutter
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