{"product_id":"the-secret-teachings-of-gemcutting","title":"The Secret Teachings of Gemcutting (2nd Ed)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#ec4f84;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUT OF STOCK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe have plans to do an updated third edition in 2026. Stay tuned for details. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond Edition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second edition of the book is essentially the same as the first edition, but with first edition errors corrected. The second edition will be offered in hardcover format only. For all shipping regions, the book will be shipped from Bangkok via FedEx.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Secret Teachings of Gemcutting is a collection of classic gemstone cutting designs spanning 500 years. \u003cstrong\u003e50 gemstone designs\u003c\/strong\u003e are presented here with full color photos, design information, cutting advice, and historical background. This collection consists of the time tested, industry-standard gemstone designs that can been found in the jewelry from high-end brands as well as independent bespoke jewelry designers. Each design is presented in \u003cstrong\u003etwo different height options\u003c\/strong\u003e so that they are compatible with both lower RI stones (such as amethyst and emerald) and higher RI stones (such as ruby, sapphire, and spinel).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAside from the designs, the book includes \u003cstrong\u003e30 pages of essential gemology for cutters\u003c\/strong\u003e which contains invaluable information about gemstone design, \u003cstrong\u003eoptics\u003c\/strong\u003e, crystal systems, hand \u003cstrong\u003epreforming\u003c\/strong\u003e, gemstone \u003cstrong\u003ephysics\u003c\/strong\u003e, modifying diagrams, \u003cstrong\u003epairing rough gems\u003c\/strong\u003e with appropriate designs, and more. This information is critical for cutters who want to understand how these elements influence the appearance of the final stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, the gemstone cutting trade has been very secretive and this collection marks the first time these designs have been compiled for public consumption. This volume will prove useful for gemcutters who want to cut these essential designs and for \u003cstrong\u003ejewelers\u003c\/strong\u003e who would like a \u003cstrong\u003evisual aid\u003c\/strong\u003e for designing gemstone-based jewelry as well as presenting different \u003cstrong\u003egemstone styles\u003c\/strong\u003e to their customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe gemological information presented here is practically a \u003cstrong\u003egemstone design crash course\u003c\/strong\u003e all on its own. Cutters with and without a gemology background will take something away from this book, whether it has to do with orienting trichroic stones or cutting the perfect cushion mixed cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second edition of the book is presented in an attractive perfect bound\u003cstrong\u003e hardcover\u003c\/strong\u003e that will sit well on jewelry studio desks and bookshelves. The book is presented in full color on premium paper to help the images \u003cstrong\u003epop\u003c\/strong\u003e and transmit the unique emotive qualities of each gemstone design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is the culmination of over four years of intensive research. Since 2017, I've travelled all over Europe, North America, and Asia to meet gem cutters, learn their techniques, document their stories, study their unique faceting technology, and internalize all of this data so that I could make a comprehensive and comparative study of faceting techniques from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is the first tangible expression of this massive undertaking. By training under different cutters from around the world, I've been able to learn all the major cutting styles that today's jewelry industry relies upon. Over many years and many miles, I've documented, photographed, and diagrammed these designs, and I now present them in one concise and attractive volume.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magus Gems","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":59817835626830,"sku":null,"price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/4755\/5406\/files\/e64fdc_ec64997e64674025a3da2752cd03a6aa_mv2.jpg?v=1781508361","url":"https:\/\/magusgems.com\/products\/the-secret-teachings-of-gemcutting","provider":"Magus Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}