Catseye Obsidian Cabochon Project Download

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This cabochon really is the cat’s meow . . . actually it’s the cat’s eye. The resemblance of this gem to a mysterious cat’s eye is unbelievable, but you should believe us when we say this project is so fascinating you’ll want to start it ASAP!

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Description

Thumbs up! We are impressed by the remarkable effect that this cabochon has on us. You can use a teardrop or oval shape for this project, whatever catches your eye. We’re sure you are all wondering how to get this cat’s-eye look from obsidian. Well, learn how to handle chatoyant obsidian and create this striking gem in no time at all!

Required Materials:


Davis Creek obsidian with a color layer exhibiting parallel filaments.

Tools Needed:
SAWING: 12″ slab saw, trim saw
GRINDING: Lapidary cabbing machine
LAYOUT AND DOPPING: Templates with
long oval shapes.


Originally Published: Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist, July 2010

Additional information

Craft

Jewelry
Author/Designer

Bob Rush
Project

Pendants
Concentration

Beginner/Basic
Aesthetic

Women/Feminine
Primary Subject

Jewelry
Product Type

Project Download
File Type

PDF

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