Gemstone Faceting (4 part class)

Gemstone Faceting (4 part class)

NW RockhoundsSeattle, WA
Saturday, June 20  •  11 AM - 4 PM
Overview

Learn to cut a beautiful faceted gemstone with our faceting machines in this 4 part class.

Gemstone Faceting (4 Part Class)

Instructor: Mike Froebe

Date: 4 Part Class - June 20th & June 21st from 11am-4pm & June 27th & June 28th from 11am-3pm

Ages 18 & up

$375 All supplies provided

No experience required

Introduction to selecting and faceting gemstones. Students will be provided with a rough stone to cut, and will be lead through the steps needed to create their own faceted gem to keep.

The class will cover the workings of faceting machines, a bit of optics (no math required), and the fine art of polishing gem stones. Students will learn: what to look for in gem rough. How to use a faceting machine, how light reacts inside of a gem to give it it's sparkle. How to find the resources and expertise to further develop their skills!

- Please Read Below -

Check your email a few days before your class for further instructions.

Our classroom is located upstairs and are limited to 4 students for this class.

You are purchasing a seat at an event just like a sporting event or concert. These tickets are not transferable to a different class credit or store credit if you are not able to make it. Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a refund.

Learn to cut a beautiful faceted gemstone with our faceting machines in this 4 part class.

Gemstone Faceting (4 Part Class)

Instructor: Mike Froebe

Date: 4 Part Class - June 20th & June 21st from 11am-4pm & June 27th & June 28th from 11am-3pm

Ages 18 & up

$375 All supplies provided

No experience required

Introduction to selecting and faceting gemstones. Students will be provided with a rough stone to cut, and will be lead through the steps needed to create their own faceted gem to keep.

The class will cover the workings of faceting machines, a bit of optics (no math required), and the fine art of polishing gem stones. Students will learn: what to look for in gem rough. How to use a faceting machine, how light reacts inside of a gem to give it it's sparkle. How to find the resources and expertise to further develop their skills!

- Please Read Below -

Check your email a few days before your class for further instructions.

Our classroom is located upstairs and are limited to 4 students for this class.

You are purchasing a seat at an event just like a sporting event or concert. These tickets are not transferable to a different class credit or store credit if you are not able to make it. Cancellations made 7 days or more in advance of the event date will receive a refund.

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Highlights

  • 5 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

NW Rockhounds

2720 NE 115th

Suite A Seattle, WA 98125

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