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So you want to be a Lapidary? 

Think you got what it takes to cut your own stones and turn them in to lasting family heirlooms?

Believe it or not...you too can do it!!

Whether you want to make this your life's work; cut gems for your own investment; or cut perfect gems as your hobby...no one can teach you better than Jerry Call himself.  The opportunity to learn from a Master Gem Cutter is a rare one indeed!

"The opportunity to create valuable gifts for family and friends at a fraction of jewelry store prices is only a class or two away!"

Instruction is on an individual basis. You will work directly with Jerry himself! You will receive a

Instruction is on an individual basis. You will receive a GRADUATE DIPLOMA when you have completed the course and passed the final examination of proficiency. the course consists of six, one-week segments, Monday through Friday, 9am till 5pm. You may, however, wish to take only one week. After your first basic week, you will be cutting gems to perfection in round and emerald cut. Each additional week brings much more and you can take as many weeks as you choose.

The course teaches you how to cut rare and extremely difficult stones, like Kunzite, and soft stones. you'll learn the optics and orientation of gems; "hammering" techniques and the heat-treatment of stones (not taught anywhere else); how to select your rough material with sure knowledge of the return; and re-cutting of damaged gems.

Expert gem cutting is a growing profession with great future potential for financial gain and personal enjoyment. For vocation or avocation, skilled faceting is a profitable field.

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