WORKING WITH CRYSTALS IN AGATE

I usually don’t work with materials that have these crystals. These crystals represent unstable areas that are not durable enough to withstand the stress of making a cab.” As I proceeded with the carving it became obvious that there was a problem with the transparent areas showing well but the adjacent areas didn’t do so well. The image transmitted to the front didn’t have the translucency or clarity that met my standards...”

Bob Rush has worked in lapidary since 1958 and metal work and jewelry since 1972. He teaches at clubs and Modesto Junior College. Contact him at rocksbob@sbcglobal.net.
Bench Tips


This project started with me finding a small slab in my tumbler after it had finished the polishing step. It had small quartz crystals embedded within the agate material. I usually don’t work with materials that have these crystals. These crystals...

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