(Baonghean.vn) - Quy Hop is a region with quite unique soil conditions. Therefore, during the process of clearing land and breaking rocks, the people discovered precious stones that could be used to make jewelry. Consequently, the craft of jewelry making was born.
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| The meticulous attention to detail in transforming lifeless stones into exquisite jewelry is the work of skilled stone craftsmen. |
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| The gemstones here are mainly solidified quartz (also known as sapphire), quartz, etc. |
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| To create these exquisite stones, the craftsman must meticulously work on each step.The process includes selecting stones, grinding, attaching, rotating the bands, polishing the front and back surfaces of the products, etc.The first step is selecting the stones. According to those in the trade, because they are natural stones, almost every piece has flaws, so the craftsmen know how to choose the most beautiful ones. |
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| After selecting a suitable stone, it needs to be cut to a specific size. |
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| Position the stones before pressing them down. |
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| The process of pressing the surface before sizing, cutting, etc., aims to firmly secure the stone before performing further operations on the machine. |
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| The process of shaping the stone to size, also known as forming the stone into a round, oval, or other shape, is crucial because of the product.The finished product may sometimes be just tiny pieces of stone, so it requires not only skill but also great patience from the craftsman. |
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| Next comes the cutting and shaping process, which requires the craftsman to be truly skilled, possessing a thorough understanding of the dimensions and thickness of the product to ensure accurate and aesthetically pleasing cuts. |
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| A gemstone considered beautiful must possess all the following elements: shape, color, craftsmanship, and the prominence of its natural features. |
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| After completion, the stone surface must be shiny and translucent... |
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| Sharing his experience with gemstones, Mr. Than Quang Trung, a jewelry craftsman in Minh Tam hamlet, Minh Hop commune (Quy Hop district), said: The concepts of fake and real gemstones, or natural and artificial stones, often have different interpretations. Distinguishing between real and fake is very difficult, so buyers should first go to reputable stores. When choosing, they can use a high-magnification magnifying glass to check. A basic, easily recognizable feature is that natural gemstones always have veins, fractures, and impurities, whether few or many... |
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