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In this special gemstone issue of Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist, learn about some of today's most popular stones, including Mexican fire opal, amethyst from Hallelujah Junction, a recently unearthed vein of chalcedony, and meteorite. You'll learn how to do an emerald cut for an emerald and how to set your stones using a variety of techniques. This issue also features the Annual Buyers' Directory, an invaluable resource for jewelry making supplies and tools.