Cutting stones for a Bracelet Slide is tedious and time consuming. For smaller jobs we use the 1930's version of a Sears Craftsman Stone Cutter. It is belt driven by an old electric motor at 1750 rpm. The advantage of the belt driven arrangemen…
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Cutting rough stone material can be challenging. Decisions have to be made. Do I slice it here .... or there? Will the color be enhanced or lost as I cut and polish. We value and respect each and every rough stone. We strive to cut the material to pr…
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This ring was created for a cherished client. Our client brought Labradorite rough material for the Bowman Originals workshop to cut into a gemstone. The lapidary workshop studied the rough material and decided to cut a round stone to best exhibit th…
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Chrysocolla is known as "Mother Earth's Healing Stone". Stimulates the mind while calming the emotions. Provides great inner space and strength. Attracts prosperity and good luck. Dispels negativity and keeps the mind clear and open. Helps with diab…
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Tiger Eye creates order out of Chaos. Creates harmony and stability by balancing emotions. Brings clarity and focus of mind. Enhances instinctive and psychic abilities. Attracts beauty and abundance. Practical wisdom . Heals wounds, bruises, eyes, a…
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Part of the challenge when cutting a stone is to find a good "face" on the stone. The "face" changes with every cut. In pursuit of a new "face" this Sonora Chrysocolla stone is being cut with a Diamond saw. This rock has produced many beautiful…
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