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ABOUT OUR COVER...
Lawrence Stoller's Star Power, 722 grams, 10"
tall total. Smoky quartz with golden rutile on bronze light base. Photo by Gary
Alvis.
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Lapidary Journal - February 2006
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Magazine Table of Contents
Features | Step-By-Step
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Print Features |
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A Crystal Bridge - COVER STORY
Lapidary artist Lawrence Stoller describes how art and crystals converge in his
work.
By Annie Osburn |
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Shine On, Silver - MATERIALS
Dull silver is a thing of the past. Jewelers and silversmiths alike have discovered
Argentium Silver®, a new alloy that guards against tarnishing and firescale.
By Terri Haag
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Buying Abroad - GEMS/BUSINESS
Before you pack up to go gem hunting overseas, it's a good idea to know what you're
getting into. Here are tips on what to know before you buy.
By Sharon Elaine Thompson
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Step by Step |
| 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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Argentium Silver® Box Clasp
Using tubing and double tongue.
By Eva Martin
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43
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The Fire Arrow
A facet design in Thunder Bay amethyst.
By Douglas M. Turet
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Tubelets
PMC® and rubber tube bangles.
By Debra Weld
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Enamel Amour
Enameling on Art Clay Silver®.
By Pamela East
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