[Jewelry making - Article 00404] - Re: [Orchid] Diamond cutting

[richard hart]

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>     The table, being the largest facet is oriented to be nearly
>     parallel to one of the cleavage planes because that is the
>     easiest way to polish it. 

    Actually Bruce, topaz is cut at least 15 degrees off the cleavage
    plane, as it is hardest to polish parallel to the cleavage plane, as
    pieces can break off and scratch the facet being polished. 

Richard Hart

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