Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 2

Expanding Your Horizons
By Tom Herbst

Note: This is Volume 2 of Amateur Gemstone Faceting, containing Chapters 10 to 20. To find the first volume, search for "Amateur Gemstone Faceting Volume 1: The Essentials."

In Expanding Your Horizons, Tom Herbst takes readers beyond the basics to explore the deeper science and artistry of gemstone faceting. Building on the foundation established in Volume 1, this second volume dives into the optics, geometry, and advanced techniques that shape the brilliance and fire of every gem.

What you’ll learn:

• The optics and mathematics behind gemstone brilliance
• Properties and treatments of common gem materials
• How to evaluate, identify, and maximize the potential of your rough
• Introduction to computer-aided faceting and gem visualization
• Design principles for creating your own gem cuts
• A detailed design case study to guide your creative process
• Do-it-yourself projects for faceters, including a precision digital angle encoder build

Herbst’s approachable writing style and technical depth make this an indispensable resource for faceters ready to expand their skills. By blending practical instruction with scientific insight, he shows how to transform both your technique and your imagination.

Specifications

• Author: Tom Herbst
• Page Count: 456

Volume 2: Expanding Your Horizons invites you to go beyond technique and into the art of innovation—designing, cutting, and perfecting gems that are truly your own.