Lapidary

Lapidary supplies encompass a wide range of tools, equipment, and materials used by gem cutters, polishers, and enthusiasts to transform rough stones into beautiful finished pieces.

One of the primary categories of lapidary supplies is cutting and shaping tools. Slab saws are essential for cutting large pieces of rough stone into manageable slabs. These saws come in various sizes and can be equipped with different blade types depending on the hardness of the material being cut. For more precise cutting, trim saws are used to shape smaller pieces of stone.
Grinding and sanding equipment is crucial for shaping stones after they've been cut. These tools allow artisans to create smooth, rounded surfaces on stones, preparing them for polishing or further shaping.

The final stage of lapidary work involves polishing stones to a high shine. Flat laps and polishers are commonly used for this purpose. These machines use progressively finer abrasives to smooth the stone's surface. Polishing compounds, ranging from coarse to ultra-fine grits, are essential supplies for achieving a mirror-like finish on gemstones.

For those interested in tumble polishing, rock tumblers are popular tools. These machines slowly rotate stones with abrasive grit and water, gradually smoothing and polishing them over time.

Other more specialized equipment for advanced techniques include faceting machines used to create precisely angled faces on gemstones and ultrasonic cleaning solutions and equipment useful for removing debris and polishing compounds from finished stones.

Accessories such as dop wax, used for mounting stones during cutting and polishing, and scalpel blades for delicate work are also useful. Safety equipment, including eye protection and dust masks, is essential for lapidary work.

We offer a wide variety of rough gemstones and minerals for cutting and polishing from more common materials like agate and jasper to more exotic and valuable stones. We also offer obsidian for knappers.