The Cutting Journey Of A Heliodor

The Cutting Journey Of A Heliodor

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Gemstone Crafting
Jul 4, 2026  #faceting #gemstone #lapidary

In this video, we embark on a journey of transformation from a rough golden heliodor into a shining gemstone that I hope will enchant you and bring a little magic into your day.


🎵 Music by epidemicsound.com
Meditation Aquatic - 369

00:00 Intro
00:13 Preforming
00:36 Dopping
01:05 Fine Preforming
01:18 Cutting the Crown
04:38 Polishing the Crown
08:09 Transferring the Stone
08:41 Cutting the Pavilion
11:28 Polishing the Pavilion
13:13 Finishing the Work

🎥 Gear Used:
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Video:
Nikon Z6 https://amzn.to/3fMQ4ab
Nikon Z50 (x2) with 16-50mm lens https://amzn.to/3vsgoN9
Nikkor 105mm Macro https://amzn.to/3yKHBwW
Nikkor Z 24mm https://amzn.to/3fncy2f
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Audio:
Rode Video Mic Pro https://amzn.to/34jcIBw
Rode NT-1 (x2 for ASMR) https://amzn.to/3urx9ab
Boya Lavalier Mic (x 2) https://amzn.to/2Sx7DCS
PreSonus Audiobox USB 96 https://amzn.to/3fqQsfC

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