what is the name given to a person who carves and facets precious stones?

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what is the name given to a person who carves and facets precious stones?

2007-04-17 10:25:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors

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The job you're thinking of is that of a gemcutter.

Gemology is a more general term, meaning the study of gemstones (their nature, value, properties, identification, grading and so forth.) Sometimes, gemology courses include gemcutting as a subject; more often it is treated as a separate skill.

2007-04-17 23:41:11 · answer #1 · answered by phoenix2frequent 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Jewel cutter?

2007-04-17 10:37:29 · answer #2 · answered by night_train_to_memphis 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋

I believe it's a gemologist.

2007-04-17 10:32:01 · answer #3 · answered by tucksie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋