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Tucked away in the beautiful high country of northern Georgia is a lapidary school with lodging and an in depth program. The William Holland School of Lapidary Arts located in Young Harris, Georgia offers a wide range of classes and workshops for students of all levels. With experienced instructors, state-of-the-art facilities, and a supportive community, […] Read more

A lapidary saw is a machine that cuts gemstone material with an abrasive saw blade. Generally, lapidary saws feature a motor-driven diamond abrasive blade, a vise or clamp to hold the stone, a material feed mechanism, and a lubrication system. Visit a lapidary shop and typically you’ll see a slab saw and a trim saw. […] Read more

Whether you are a rockhound, gem and mineral collector, jewelry maker or simply someone who appreciates a beautiful gemstone, you are sure to encounter the field of lapidary. Have you ever wondered how to shape, smooth and polish gemstones or semi precious stones? In a nutshell, that’s what lapidary is. It’s the process of shaping […] Read more