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by Paul B. Downing (Author) "Before we begin, let's talk about what this book will teach you and what it will not cover..." (more)
Key Phrases: bezel wax, opal identification, candle dribble, Color Plate, Lightning Ridge, Advanced Cuffing (more...)
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Gee, I wish someone would write a quality beginner's book on cutting fire agate as you have for opals! -- Mike Anderson, November, 1999

Goes beyond other ... opal books. Well-written ... a definite must-have for all who are fascinated by (opal). -- June Culp Zeitner, Lapidary Journal, May 2000

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The long-awaited sequel that goes beyond Opal Cutting Made Easy. Containing 33 color and 104 black & white photos and diagrams, Paul Downing has condensed his 30 plus years of experience in opal cutting and jewelry design into simple, easy to understand instructions. Learn all the skills he regularly offered in his popular opal cutting classes, plus many more subjects. Full of hints and ideas previously not available in print.

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  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Majestic Press (January 1, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0962531154
  • ISBN-13: 978-0962531156
  • Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,043,263 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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