This is a dichroic cabochon as it came out of the kiln. Like many cabs, straight from the kiln, they could do with some cold working. So I set about hand cutting this cab into a better oval shape.
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$21.59 (as of May 28, 2022 22:46 GMT +10:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)I’m using lapidary techniques to cut and shape this cabochon, but using a kiln to do the final polish. The video contains all instructions, including the fire polish schedule.
If you have any questions, please ask them as comments on the video and I’ll do my best to answer you.
