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Lot 264F:
Lapidary & Gem?Cutting Reference Lot - 4 Softcover Books – 1964–1987
A group of four softcover lapidary and gem cutting reference books, covering faceting, cabochon cutting, shop techniques, and general gem cutting methods. These are practical, hands on guides widely used by hobbyists, cutters, and rock club members. All books are intact and clean, with varying degrees of light wear.
Book 1
Title: Gem Cutting Shop Helps: The Best Selected from 17 Years of The Lapidary Journal
Author: Hugh Leiper
Publisher and Year: The Lapidary Journal, 1964
Format: Softcover
Condition: Good to very good. Some wear to the cover, but intact with a solid binding and clean interior.
Book 2
Title: Facet Cutters Handbook
Author: Edward J. Soukup
Publisher and Year: Gem Guides Book Company, 1986
Format: Softcover
Condition: Excellent, aside from a small clipped section at the top right corner of the front cover, likely a removed price box. Clean interior, tight binding.
Book 3
Title: Cabochon Cutting
Author: Jack R. Cox
Publisher and Year: Gem Guides Book Company, 1986
Format: Softcover
Condition: Excellent, with the same clipped corner on the front cover. Clean, bright pages.
Book 4
Title: The Art of Gem Cutting
Author: Dr. H. C. Dake
Publisher and Year: Gem Guides Book Company, 1987
Format: Softcover
Condition: Excellent, with the same clipped corner. Very clean interior and strong binding.
A practical and well kept group of lapidary reference books, ideal for cutters, hobbyists, and anyone looking to expand their gem working skills.
Condition: Authentic
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