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Tiger's eye is a striking and mesmerizing stone! Known for its chatoyancy, which gives it a unique, shimmering appearance, this stone displays rich bands of golden yellow and brown colors. It's often …

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Amethyst is often associated with various metaphysical properties, making it a popular stone in spiritual and healing practices. These properties have been recognized for centuries in different cultur …

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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 175 …

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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 ever …

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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 a …

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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 a …

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